Diplomacy (2014)
Kernel Score: 79% · 229 ratings
Genres: Drama, History, War
Released: 2014-03-05
Runtime: 84 minutes
Where to watch Diplomacy
- Stream: OVID, Chai Flicks
- Free with ads: Kanopy
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
On the night of August 24, 1944, the fate of Paris rests with General von Choltitz, who plans to destroy the city on Hitler's orders. As the general prepares to detonate explosives throughout the capital, Swedish consul Raoul Nordling uses diplomacy in a desperate bid to convince him to defy the orders and save Paris.
Diplomacy parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Diplomacy is a WWII drama set on the night a German general planned to destroy Paris on Hitler's orders.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Wartime tension involving planned destruction of a city; discussion of explosives rather than depicted combat.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- André Dussollier as Raoul Nordling
- Niels Arestrup as General Dietrich von Choltitz
- Burghart Klaußner as Captain Werner Ebernach
- Robert Stadlober as Lieutenant Bressensdorf
- Charlie Nelson as The caretaker
- Jean-Marc Roulot as Jacques Lanvin
- Stefan Wilkening as Caporal Mayer
- Thomas Arnold as Lieutenant Hegger
- Lucas Prisor as SS soldier
- Attila Borlan as SS officer
Diplomacy FAQ
Is Diplomacy good?
Diplomacy has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 229 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Diplomacy?
In the US you can stream Diplomacy on OVID and Chai Flicks and watch it free with ads on Kanopy.
Is Diplomacy OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Diplomacy is a WWII drama set on the night a German general planned to destroy Paris on Hitler's orders.
What movies are like Diplomacy?
If you liked Diplomacy, try Kalashnikov AK-47, The Forgotten Battle, Darkest Hour and The Commander.