Bambule (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.2

Released in 1970, Bambule is a drama and tv movie film directed by Eberhard Itzenplitz, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. "Bambule" is German prison slang for "riot". This 1970 TV movie follows a day in the life of three adolescent borstal girls in Berlin: Irene escapes (but returns after she finds no bearings in the outside world), Monika is caught and transferred against her will to another home run by nuns, Iv (Evelyn) incites her room mates to riot at night.
Who’s in it. Bambule stars Petra Redinger as Iv, Christine Diersch as Monika, Dagmar Biener as Irene and Antje Hagen as Frau Lack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Bambule has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bambule page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bambule tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bambule (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bambule change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bambule worth watching?
- Bambule holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bambule?
- Bambule stars Petra Redinger, Christine Diersch, Dagmar Biener, Antje Hagen and Marlene Riphahn.
- When was Bambule released?
- Bambule was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
