Revanche (2008)
Kernel Score: 80% · 243 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller
Released: 2008-05-16
Runtime: 121 minutes
Where to watch Revanche
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Alex, an ex-con working as muscle in a Vienna brothel, dreams of escaping with his girlfriend Tamara, who also works there. Their attempt to break free sets off a chain of events that links their fate with a rural police officer and his troubled marriage. As their lives intersect, a quiet struggle unfolds between guilt, grief, and the desire for redemption.
Revanche parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Revanche is a crime thriller set partly in a brothel involving prostitution, infidelity, and a bank robbery.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — The plot includes a bank robbery, an ex-con protagonist, and themes of revenge and guilt.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — A significant part of the story takes place in a brothel and involves a prostitute character and an extramarital affair.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Götz Spielmann
Cast
- Johannes Krisch as Alex
- Irina Potapenko as Tamara
- Andreas Lust as Robert
- Ursula Strauss as Susanne
- Hanno Pöschl as Konecny
- Johannes Thanheiser as Hausner
- Linde Prelog as Robert's mother
- Michael-Joachim Heiss as Tagportier
- Rainer Gradischnig as Harry
- Toni Slama as Customer
Revanche FAQ
Is Revanche good?
Revanche has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 243 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Revanche?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video.
Is Revanche OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Revanche is a crime thriller set partly in a brothel involving prostitution, infidelity, and a bank robbery.
What movies are like Revanche?
If you liked Revanche, try The Heist of the Century, Happiness, Accattone and Vivre Sa Vie.