A Hidden Life (2019)
Kernel Score: 82% · 765 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: History, Drama, War
Released: 2019-08-27
Runtime: 173 minutes
Where to watch A Hidden Life
- Stream: Fubo, YouTube TV, FXNow
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Austrian farmer Franz Jägerstätter faces the threat of execution for refusing to fight for the Nazis during World War II.
A Hidden Life parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this PG-13 WWII drama depicts an Austrian farmer's real-life refusal to fight for the Nazis, facing execution for his Christian faith and integrity.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Wartime threat and prison brutality are depicted, per keywords, though not highly graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- August Diehl as Franz Jägerstätter
- Valerie Pachner as Fani Jägerstätter
- Maria Simon as Resie
- Karin Neuhäuser as Rosalia Jägerstätter
- Tobias Moretti as Fr Ferdinand Fürthauer
- Ulrich Matthes as Lorenz Schwaninger
- Matthias Schoenaerts as Captain Herder
- Michael Nyqvist as Bishop Joseph Fliessen
- Franz Rogowski as Waldland
- Karl Markovics as Mayor of St. Radegund
A Hidden Life FAQ
Is A Hidden Life good?
A Hidden Life has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 765 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Hidden Life?
In the US you can stream A Hidden Life on Fubo, YouTube TV and FXNow and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is A Hidden Life OK for kids?
A Hidden Life is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this PG-13 WWII drama depicts an Austrian farmer's real-life refusal to fight for the Nazis, facing execution for his Christian faith and integrity.
What movies are like A Hidden Life?
If you liked A Hidden Life, try The Zone of Interest, Valkyrie, The Great Escape and Seven Years in Tibet.