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Toni Erdmann

Directed by Maren Ade · 2016 ·

Short answer

Is Toni Erdmann worth watching?

Yes. Toni Erdmann (2016) earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (93%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%). See the 4 inputs.

86%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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93% Editorial Rating
78% Audience snapshot · excluded
93 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.1
7.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 42m
Age rating
15 (UK) · 18 (South Korea) · PG12 (Japan)
Cast
Peter Simonischek , Sandra Hüller , Michael Wittenborn
Country
Germany
Language
German

Also known as As Faces de Toni Erdmann ありがとう、トニ・エルドマン 토니 에드만 托尼·厄德曼 顛父人生 Vi presento Toni Erdmann

🏆 1 award win · 1 nomination — Won Best Film, European Film Awards 2016

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists MUBI in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.

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Where to watch Toni Erdmann by country

Country Streaming on
Indonesia MUBI
Malaysia MUBI
Nigeria MUBI
Philippines MUBI
South Africa MUBI
South Korea TVING
Thailand MUBI
United Arab Emirates MUBI

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (93/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (93/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
  • Celluloid Score 86% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama pick
  • Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
  • Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers

Not ideal for

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    Is Toni Erdmann worth watching?

    Yes — Toni Erdmann earns an 86% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, drama pick. Read our full review (4/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Ade's three-hour comedy-drama finds devastating truth inside the most awkward silences in European cinema.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics (93%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (78%).

    What is Toni Erdmann about?

    A prankster father invades his workaholic daughter's corporate life in Romania with fake teeth, nudity, and unexpected tenderness.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Toni Erdmann

    Toni Erdmann (2016) Review: A Father's Longest Joke

    Toni Erdmann is Maren Ade's long, excruciatingly funny German comedy about a prankster father and his corporate daughter, and it hides real grief under the gags.

    Yes, for patient viewers. It is one of the great cringe comedies, anchored by Sandra Hüller, though its 162 minutes demand commitment.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Toni Erdmann: frequently asked questions

    Is Toni Erdmann worth watching?

    Yes. Toni Erdmann (2016) has a Celluloid Score of 86%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Toni Erdmann?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: MUBI in Indonesia; MUBI in Malaysia; MUBI in Nigeria; MUBI in the Philippines. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Toni Erdmann?

    Toni Erdmann runs 2 hours 42 minutes (162 minutes).

    What is Toni Erdmann rated?

    Toni Erdmann is rated 15 in the UK, 18 in South Korea and PG12 in Japan. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Toni Erdmann?

    Toni Erdmann is directed by Maren Ade and stars Peter Simonischek, Sandra Hüller, Michael Wittenborn.

    What is the Metascore for Toni Erdmann?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Toni Erdmann is 93 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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