---
title: "Krabat"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/krabat-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 4627
imdb_id: "tt0772181"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 231
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Krabat (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/krabat-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Krabat (2008).
Director: Marco Kreuzpaintner [3].
Cast: David Kross, Christian Redl, Daniel Brühl, Robert Stadlober [3].
Genres: Action, Fantasy, and Horror [1].
Runtime: 2h [1].
US Release Date: 06/09/2009 [1].
Plot:
Protagonist: Krabat, a 14-year-old orphan [1, 2].
Setting: Flees the horrors of the 30 Years War [1, 2].
Action: Becomes an apprentice to an ominous master of a mysterious mill [1, 2].
Learning: Taught the craft of milling and instructed in the sinister world of the darker arts [1, 2].
Conflict: When the life of his friend and protector is threatened, Krabat must struggle to free himself from an evil sor

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Marco Kreuzpaintner
- **Networks / Studios**: Krabat Filmproduktion, Claussen+Wöbke Filmproduktion, B.A. Filmproduktion

## Key Cast Continuity

- **David Kross** as *Krabat*
- **Daniel Brühl** as *Tonda*
- **Robert Stadlober** as *Lyschko*
- **Hanno Koffler** as *Juro*
- **Christian Redl** as *Meister - Evil Sorcerer*
- **Paula Kalenberg** as *Kantorka*
- **Anna Thalbach** as *Worschula*
- **Charly Hübner** as *Michal*
- **Tom Wlaschiha** as *Hanzo*
- **Moritz Grove** as *Merten*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Krabat online?
Krabat is currently available to watch or stream on YouTube, Allstars Amazon Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Krabat worth watching?
Krabat holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 231 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Fantasy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Krabat and when was it released?
Krabat is a feature film with a runtime of 120 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Krabat?
Krabat was directed by Marco Kreuzpaintner.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Krabat — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/4627)
- [Krabat (2008) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/4627-krabat/cast)
- [Krabat (2008) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0772181/)
- [Krabat (novel) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krabat_(novel))
- [Krabat (Roman) – Wikipedia](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krabat_(Roman))
- [Krabat: Otfried Preussler: 9780007395118: Amazon.com: Books](https://www.amazon.com/Krabat-Library-Books-Otfried-Preussler/dp/0007395116)

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