Where to watch Before the Fall (2004) tonight

Before the Fall (2004) runs 1 h 57 min, is rated NR in the US and averages 7.1 from 385 TMDB members. In 1942, Friedrich Weimer's boxing skills get him an appointment to a National Political Academy (NaPolA) – high schools that produce Nazi elite. Over his father's objections, Friedrich enrolls. During his year in seventh column, Friedrich encounters hazing, cruelty, death, and the Nazi code. His friendship with Albrecht, the ascetic son of the area's governor, is central to this education.

Runtime

1 h 57 min — ends 9:57 pm if you start at 8:00 pm

Rated

NR (US)

Genres

Drama

Released

July 4, 2004

TMDB rating

7.1 / 10 from 385 votes

Director

Dennis Gansel

Starring

Max Riemelt, Tom Schilling, Devid Striesow, Joachim Bißmeier

Language

German

Original title

Napola - Elite für den Führer

Where to watch it tonight

Streaming availability by JustWatch. As of 2026-11-08, TMDB lists no streaming option for it in the US.

Questions people ask

How long is Before the Fall?

Before the Fall is 1 h 57 min long (117 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:57 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is Before the Fall rated?

Before the Fall is rated NR in the US.

Is Before the Fall a good movie to watch with a group?

Better for one or two who will actually watch. Drama reward attention; a room that talks over it will miss the point.

Where can I stream Before the Fall?

As of 2026-11-08, TMDB lists no streaming option for it in the US. Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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• Dramas under 2 hours
• Movies from the 2000s
• The most-rated movies on TMDB

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