2008 · movie · R · 2h 4m
The Reader
Behind the mystery lies a truth that will make you question everything you know.
Is The Reader on Netflix?
No. The Reader (2008) is not on Netflix, or on any of the other seven major US subscription services, right now.
The story of Michael Berg, a German lawyer who, as a teenager in the late 1950s, had an affair with an older woman, Hanna, who then disappeared only to resurface years later as one of the defendants in a war crimes trial stemming from her actions as a concentration camp guard late in the war. He alone realizes that Hanna is illiterate and may be concealing that fact at the expense of her freedom.
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How we got to 73.1
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.5/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 36 | none |
The Reader: common questions
Is The Reader on Netflix?
No. The Reader (2008) is not on Netflix, or on any of the other seven major US subscription services, right now.
Where can I watch The Reader?
The Reader (2008) is not included with any major US streaming subscription right now. It may be available to rent or buy.
Is The Reader worth watching?
It scores 73.1/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is The Reader?
The Reader runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).
What is The Reader rated?
The Reader is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Reader?
The Reader stars Ralph Fiennes, Kate Winslet, David Kross, Lena Olin.
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Availability last verified October 11, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.