Devid Striesow

Actor

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Born in 1973 in Bergen auf Rügen, actor Devid Striesow completed his training at the Ernst Busch Academy of Dramatic Arts in Berlin. His career encompasses an impressive range of roles in cinema and television. He became known to a wide audience through his role as Chief Inspector Jens Stellbrink in the Saarbrücken "Tatort" (2013–2019) and his portrayal of Hape Kerkeling in "I'm Off Then" (2015). He has received numerous awards for his acting work, including the German Film Award for his role in "Distant Lights" (2003). More recently, he appeared internationally in the multi-Oscar-winning film "All Quiet on the Western Front" (2022).

Films on Sooner

  • Passing Summer

    2001

    85 mins

    Drama

    Two friends in Berlin in the summer, between upheaval, closeness, and farewell. A quiet film about encounters, conversations, and everyday life.

  • Kafka's the Burrow

    2014

    110 mins

    Drama

    In a psychological drama based on Franz Kafka's work, Axel Prahl portrays a man fleeing from threats he never sees—but feels.

  • Bungalow

    2002

    84 mins

    Drama, Independent

    The Bundeswehr is looking for him, his girlfriend Kerstin breaks up with him, and unexpectedly his older brother Max shows up.

  • Marseille

    2004

    91 mins

    Drama

    "German cinema can be this exciting: Angela Schanelec's fourth film MARSEILLE" (taz)

  • Come Closer

    2021

    75 mins

    Independent, Love & Sex

    The focus is on the relationship between the two directors Bella and Andreas, who explore themes of love, sex, friendship and desire.

  • Grimm’s Cuckoo

    2012

    15 mins

    Shorts

    This short film dares a slightly different view of life in a psychiatric clinic. Screened at Cannes Short Film Corner and Interfilm Berlin.