Generation War (2013)
Kernel Score: 90% · 460 ratings
Genres: War & Politics, Drama
First aired: 2013-03-17
Seasons: 1 · 3 episodes
Where to watch Generation War
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Hoopla, Fawesome, Plex, Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Five young German friends promise to meet again after WW2 ends, but soon their naive wishes of peace and happiness will become a long and tragic nightmare.
Generation War parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Generation War is a serious WWII drama following German friends through the horrors of war, including persecution and violence.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Wartime setting includes soldiers, persecution of Jews, and tragedy consistent with WWII combat drama.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-14 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Volker Bruch as Wilhelm Winter
- Tom Schilling as Friedhelm Winter
- Katharina Schüttler as Greta Müller
- Ludwig Trepte as Viktor Goldstein
- Miriam Stein as Charlotte
- Mark Waschke as Dorn
- Henriette Richter-Röhl as Hildegard
- Götz Schubert as Dr. Jahn
- Hildegard Schroedter as Brigitte
- Sylvester Groth as Hiemer
Generation War FAQ
Is Generation War good?
Generation War has a 90% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 460 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Generation War?
In the US you can stream Generation War on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, Plex and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Generation War OK for kids?
Generation War is rated TV-14. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Generation War is a serious WWII drama following German friends through the horrors of war, including persecution and violence.
What shows are like Generation War?
If you liked Generation War, try A Small Light, Foyle's War, Combat! and The Tattooist of Auschwitz.