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The Teachers' Lounge (2023)

7.2/10 · 757 votes 1h 38m pg-13 ThrillerDrama

#66 of 202 films from 2023 #498 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by İlker Çatak · Written by Johannes Duncker, İlker Çatak

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Overview

When one of her students is suspected of theft, teacher Carla Nowak decides to get to the bottom of the matter. Caught between her ideals and the school system, the consequences of her actions threaten to break her.

Cast

Leonie Beneschas Carla Nowak
Eva Löbauas Friederike Kuhn
Michael Klammeras Thomas Liebenwerda
Rafael Stachowiakas Milosz Dudek
Sarah Bauerettas Vanessa König
Kathrin Wehlischas Lore Semnik
Leonard Stettnischas Oskar
Anne-Kathrin Gummichas Dr. Bettina Böhm
Katharina M. Schubertas Mrs. Haubrichs
Uygar Tameras Mrs. Yılmaz
Özgür Karadenizas Mr. Yılmaz
Tim Porathas Mr. Nauhaus
Kersten Reimannas Mr. Stahlmann
Katinka Aubergeras Maren Firouza

Facts

Release dateMay 4, 2023
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) — shorter as the 2023 average of 113 min
GenresThriller, Drama
Original titleDas Lehrerzimmer
LanguageDE
IMDbtt26612950

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Questions

How long is The Teachers' Lounge?
The Teachers' Lounge runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is The Teachers' Lounge worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 757 votes, which places it #66 of 202 films released in 2023 in this index (top 68%) and #498 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Teachers' Lounge?
The Teachers' Lounge was directed by İlker Çatak.
Who stars in The Teachers' Lounge?
Leonie Benesch as Carla Nowak; Eva Löbau as Friederike Kuhn; Michael Klammer as Thomas Liebenwerda; Rafael Stachowiak as Milosz Dudek; Sarah Bauerett as Vanessa König; Kathrin Wehlisch as Lore Semnik.
What is The Teachers' Lounge rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Teachers' Lounge?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/173669.

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