The Silent Revolution (2018)
Kernel Score: 81% · 256 ratings
Genres: Drama, History
Released: 2018-03-01
Runtime: 112 minutes
Where to watch The Silent Revolution
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex, Filmzie, Cineverse
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In 1956 Stalinstadt, East Germany, during the Hungarian uprising against Soviets is taking place, local teenagers perform a seemingly harmless act that causes unexpected consequences.
The Silent Revolution parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this historical drama depicts East German teenagers facing consequences from a Soviet police state for a small act of defiance.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Lars Kraume
Cast
- Leonard Scheicher as Theo Lemke
- Tom Gramenz as Kurt Wächter
- Lena Klenke as Lena
- Isaiah Michalski as Paul
- Jonas Dassler as Erik Babinsky
- Nora Labisch as Klara Winkler
- Nele Labisch as Regina Winkler
- Ronald Zehrfeld as Hermann Lemke
- Carina Wiese as Irmgard Lemke
- Florian Lukas as Principal Schwarz
The Silent Revolution FAQ
Is The Silent Revolution good?
The Silent Revolution has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 256 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Silent Revolution?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fawesome, Plex, Filmzie and Cineverse and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Silent Revolution OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this historical drama depicts East German teenagers facing consequences from a Soviet police state for a small act of defiance.
What movies are like The Silent Revolution?
If you liked The Silent Revolution, try Coach Carter, Munich – The Edge of War, The Lives of Others and The Enigma of Kaspar Hauser.