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The Lives of Others (2006), directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck, is a drama film and is available to stream on 6 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.4/10 and 92% on Rotten Tomatoes from 4,094 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 2006, it's a 2000s drama that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Martina Gedeck, Ulrich Mühe, and Sebastian Koch. At 137 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
The Lives of Others isn't currently included with any US streaming subscription, but it's available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with On the Waterfront and The Da Vinci Code, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — The Lives of Others isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- The Lives of Others isn't currently included with a US streaming subscription. It may be available to rent or buy.
- No — The Lives of Others isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- No — The Lives of Others isn't currently free to stream in the US.
- The Lives of Others runs 2h 17m (137 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.4/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 92% · Metacritic 89/100.
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