System Crasher (2019)
Kernel Score: 86% · 377 ratings
Genres: Drama
Released: 2019-09-19
Runtime: 118 minutes
Where to watch System Crasher
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Wherever 9-year-old Benni ends up, she is expelled. She has become what child protection services call a “system crasher.” But she is not looking to change her ways, and has one goal: go back home to her mother. When anger management trainer Micha is hired to help, suddenly there is hope.
System Crasher parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that System Crasher is an intense German drama about a 9-year-old girl with severe behavioral and anger issues cycling through foster/social services.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts a child's violent outbursts, self-harm risk, and physically intense meltdowns described by reviewers as 'unbearable.'
- Language: Some — Includes angry outbursts and harsh language from a distressed child and caregivers.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Nora Fingscheidt
Cast
- Helena Zengel as Benni
- Albrecht Schuch as Michael Heller
- Gabriela Maria Schmeide as Frau Bafané
- Lisa Hagmeister as Mutter
- Maryam Zaree as Elli Heller
- Melanie Straub as Dr. Schönemann
- Matthias Brenner as Erzieher Wolfgang
- Tedros Teclebrhan as Erzieher Robert
- Gisa Flake as Lehrerin
- Axel Werner as Bauer Bockelmann
System Crasher FAQ
Is System Crasher good?
System Crasher has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 377 audience ratings.
Where can I watch System Crasher?
In the US you can stream System Crasher on Netflix.
Is System Crasher OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that System Crasher is an intense German drama about a 9-year-old girl with severe behavioral and anger issues cycling through foster/social services.
What movies are like System Crasher?
If you liked System Crasher, try 20th Century Women, Starred Up, Palmer and I, Daniel Blake.