Christopher and His Kind(2011)
Overview
In 1931, budding author Christopher Isherwood goes to Berlin at the invitation of his friend W. H. Auden for the gay sex that abounds in the city. He falls for street sweeper Heinz, paying medical bills for the boy's sickly mother, to the disapproval of her other son, Nazi Gerhardt.
Director
Geoffrey Sax
Studio
Mammoth Screen
Cast
Matt Smith
as Christopher Isherwood
Imogen Poots
as Jean Ross
Lindsay Duncan
as Kathleen Isherwood
Perry Milward
as Richard Isherwood
Toby Jones
as Gerald Hamilton
Pip Carter
as W. H. Auden
Alexander Dreymon
as Caspar
Faolan Morgan
as Pieps
Issy van Randwyck
as Frl. Thurau
Clare Louise Connolly
as Frl. Schmidt
Maggie Hayes
as Frl. Mayr
Iddo Goldberg
as Wilfrid Landauer
Where to Watch
Availability may vary by region. Some links are affiliate links — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
1h 30m
Language
German
Rating
6.3 / 10
Production Companies
Mammoth Screen
You Might Also Like
Drama / Romance
The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister
2010
Drama / Romance
Suite Française
2015
Drama / Romance
Firebird
2021
Drama / Romance
The Object of My Affection
1998
Drama / Romance
Head in the Clouds
2004
Drama / Romance
Women in Love
1969
Drama / Romance
Come See the Paradise
1990
Drama / Romance
A Perfect Ending
2012
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Christopher and His Kind?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Christopher and His Kind (2011).
What is Christopher and His Kind about?▼
In 1931, budding author Christopher Isherwood goes to Berlin at the invitation of his friend W. H. Auden for the gay sex that abounds in the city. He falls for street sweeper Heinz, paying medical bills for the boy's sickly mother, to the disapproval of her other son, Nazi Gerhardt.
Who directed Christopher and His Kind?▼
Christopher and His Kind was directed by Geoffrey Sax and released in 2011. It is a drama, romance, tv movie film.
How long is Christopher and His Kind?▼
Christopher and His Kind has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
Who stars in Christopher and His Kind?▼
The cast of Christopher and His Kind includes Matt Smith as Christopher Isherwood, Imogen Poots as Jean Ross, Lindsay Duncan as Kathleen Isherwood, Perry Milward as Richard Isherwood, Toby Jones as Gerald Hamilton and more.
Explore More by Genre
Need a recommendation?
Tell us your mood and we'll pick the perfect movie for you.