Heidi (2015)
Kernel Score: 80% · 426 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Adventure, Family, Drama
Released: 2015-12-10
Runtime: 111 minutes
Where to watch Heidi
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Heidi, is an eight-year-old Swiss orphan who is given by her aunt to her mountain-dwelling grandfather. She is then stolen back by her aunt from her grandfather to live in the wealthy Sesemann household in Frankfurt, Germany as a companion to Klara, a sheltered, disabled girl in a wheelchair. Heidi is unhappy but makes the best of the situation, always longing for her grandfather.
Heidi parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this G-rated family drama follows an orphaned Swiss girl separated from her beloved grandfather.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Alain Gsponer
Cast
- Anuk Steffen as Heidi
- Bruno Ganz as Alpöhi
- Quirin Agrippi as Geissenpeter
- Isabelle Ottmann as Klara Sesemann
- Katharina Schüttler as Miss Rottenmeier
- Maxim Mehmet as Mr. Sesemann
- Hannelore Hoger as Grandmother Sesemann
- Jella Haase as Tinette
- Anna Schinz as Dete
- Peter Lohmeyer as Sebastian
Heidi FAQ
Is Heidi good?
Heidi has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 426 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Heidi?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Heidi OK for kids?
Heidi is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this G-rated family drama follows an orphaned Swiss girl separated from her beloved grandfather.
What movies are like Heidi?
If you liked Heidi, try The Magic Faraway Tree, Oliver Twist, Guardians of the Galaxy and Oliver!.