Germanikus (2004) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Germanikus (2004) — The work-shy, lazy Germanicus is taken to Rome by slave traders and sold straight to the…
Germanikus (2004) Storyline
The work-shy, lazy Germanicus is taken to Rome by slave traders and sold straight to the nouveau riche Roman Tusnelda. He manages to escape, but only to end up in the next misery as a taster at the imperial court. When the emperor dies, he is arrested as an emperor's assassin and is to be thrown to the tigers in the arena.With the help of the black slave Saba, he manages to win the deadly fight and is proclaimed - against his will - the new emperor of the Roman Empire.His pragmatic ideas as a statesman explain why the Roman Empire ended so abruptly. At the side of Saba, who is elevated to empress, he returns to his home village of Sumpfing, where he now promises himself completely new perspectives ...
Full Cast & Crew
- Gerhard Polt as Germanikus
- Gisela Schneeberger as Tusnelda
- Rufus Beck as Prefect
- Aïssatou Thiam as Saba
- Anke Engelke as Mrs. Senator
- Bernhard Hoëcker as Roman Salesman
- Hilmi Sözer as Roman Slave Hunter
- Manfred Lehmann as Sejanus
- Martin Schneider as Figaro Nino
- Tom Gerhardt as Almosius
- Moritz Bleibtreu as Emperor Titus
- Andreas Hofmann as Bodo
- Irm Hermann as Germanikus' Mother
- Nikolaus Paryla as Sigurd
- Annette Frier as Brunhilda
Why Watch Germanikus?
The Vibe: Germanikus is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie from 2004. Directed by Hanns Christian Müller, and starring Gerhard Polt, Gisela Schneeberger, Rufus Beck The work-shy, lazy Germanicus is taken to Rome by slave traders and sold straight to the nouveau riche Roman Tusnelda.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 3.4/10, Germanikus retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 26m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies, Germanikus deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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