Childhood
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About
Alfons lives with his grandparents on a Silesian village farm at the end of WWII. He adores his grandmother, who runs everything after her husband dies. But everything changes after the appearance of a traveling showman in the xenophobic village.
Cast
Carmen-Maja Antoni
as Großmutter
Marc Poser
as Alfons, 9 Jahre
Fritz Marquardt
as Nardini
Helmut Müller-Lankow
as Großvater
Martina Eitner-Acheampong
as Tante Mieke
Renate Usko
as Magd Katrin
Heide Kipp
as Cielchen
Günter Junghans
as Riedel
Hermann Beyer
as Schräter
Waldemar Baeger
as Poatty-Hempel
Angelika Böttiger
as
Andrzej Pieczyński
as
Klaus Bieligk
as
Carl Heinz Choynski
as
Werner Dissel
as Lehrer
Peter Kalisch
as
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Stream Childhood online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama and family movie originally produced in German and released in 1987, it's earned a solid 6.5/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Childhood
Alfons lives with his grandparents on a Silesian village farm at the end of WWII. He adores his grandmother, who runs everything after her husband dies. But everything changes after the appearance of a traveling showman in the xenophobic village. Running 88 minutes.
Childhood Cast and Characters
The cast features Carmen-Maja Antoni (as Großmutter), Marc Poser (as Alfons, 9 Jahre), Fritz Marquardt (as Nardini), Helmut Müller-Lankow (as Großvater), and Martina Eitner-Acheampong (as Tante Mieke). Their performances are a major reason Childhood has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Childhood NowWhy People Are Watching Childhood
Childhood flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy German storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Childhood
Where can I watch Childhood online for free?
You can watch Childhood online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Childhood?
Childhood runs for 88 minutes (about 1.5 hour).
Is Childhood good? What's the rating?
Childhood holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Childhood?
The main cast includes Carmen-Maja Antoni, Marc Poser, Fritz Marquardt, and Helmut Müller-Lankow, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Childhood available in German?
Yes — Childhood was originally produced in German and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Childhood released?
Childhood was released in 1987.
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Where can I watch Childhood for free?
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What is Childhood about?
Childhood is a Drama/Family film. Alfons lives with his grandparents on a Silesian village farm at the end of WWII. He adores his grandmother, who runs everything after her husband dies. But everything changes after the appearance of a traveling showman in the xenophobic village.
When was Childhood released?
Childhood was released on August 25, 1987. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. The film was produced by DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme.
Who stars in Childhood?
Childhood stars Carmen-Maja Antoni, Marc Poser, Fritz Marquardt and Helmut Müller-Lankow. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Childhood available in HD?
Yes, Childhood is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.