The Beginner
Die Anfängerin
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A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive long suppressed childhood dreams – and makes a new friend, Jolina Kuhn, Berlin’s youth figure skating champion. Through her new friend, Annebarbel begins to open up and break away from her dominant mother.
Cast
Ulrike Krumbiegel
as Dr. Annebärbel Buschhaus
Annekathrin Bürger
as Dr. Irene Hanschke
Maria Rogozina
as Jolina Kuhn
Christine Errath
as Christine Errath
Rainer Bock
as Rolf Buschhaus
Stephan Grossmann
as Horst Kuhn
Franziska Weisz
as Birgit Zernitz
Tatja Seibt
as Gertrud
Judith von Radetzky
as Margit Axmann
Volker Ranisch
as Holger
Aliya Ania Antonella Amberg
as Annebärbel Buschhaus ( klein)
Ernst-Georg Schwill
as Herr Decker
Roswitha Dost
as
Gerda Böken
as
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Stream The Beginner online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama and family movie originally produced in German and released in 2018, it's earned a solid 6.5/10 from 10 viewers worldwide.
About The Beginner
A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive long suppressed childhood dreams – and makes a new friend, Jolina Kuhn, Berlin’s youth figure skating champion. Through her new friend, Annebarbel begins to open up and break away from her dominant mother. Running 99 minutes.
The Beginner Cast and Characters
The cast features Ulrike Krumbiegel (as Dr. Annebärbel Buschhaus), Annekathrin Bürger (as Dr. Irene Hanschke), Maria Rogozina (as Jolina Kuhn), Christine Errath (as Christine Errath), and Rainer Bock (as Rolf Buschhaus). Their performances are a major reason The Beginner has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Beginner NowWhy People Are Watching The Beginner
The Beginner 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.
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Where can I watch The Beginner online for free?
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How long is The Beginner?
The Beginner runs for 99 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is The Beginner good? What's the rating?
The Beginner holds a 6.5/10 rating based on 10 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Beginner?
The main cast includes Ulrike Krumbiegel, Annekathrin Bürger, Maria Rogozina, and Christine Errath, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Beginner available in German?
Yes — The Beginner 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 The Beginner released?
The Beginner was released in 2018.
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What is The Beginner about?
The Beginner is a Drama/Family film. A coming-of-age tale with a difference about the grumpy doctor Annebarbel Buschhaus donning her ice skates again at the age of 58 after an absence of 40 years. Back on the ice, she tries to revive long suppressed childhood dreams – and makes a new friend, Jolina Kuhn, Berlin’s youth figure skating champion. Through her new friend, Annebarbel begins to open up and break away from her dominant mother.
When was The Beginner released?
The Beginner was released on January 18, 2018. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. The film was produced by Flare Film.
Who stars in The Beginner?
The Beginner stars Ulrike Krumbiegel, Annekathrin Bürger, Maria Rogozina and Christine Errath. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Beginner available in HD?
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