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A TMDB-backed guide to The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant, including cast, release facts, genres and watch-provider notes.

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Where to watch
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Cast
Margit Carstensen as Petra von Kant; Hanna Schygulla as Karin Thimm; Katrin Schaake as Sidonie von Grasenabb; Eva Mattes as Gabriele von Kant; Gisela Fackeldey as Valerie von Kant; Irm Hermann as Marlene
About The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant
Petra von Kant is a successful fashion designer -- arrogant, caustic, and self-satisfied. She mistreats Marlene (her secretary, maid, and co-designer). Enter Karin, a 23-year-old beauty who wants to be a model. Petra falls in love with Karin and invites her to move in.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
TMDB's U.S. watch-provider data lists HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max. Availability changes by country and date, so check your streaming app before watching.
Who is in the cast of The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant?
Margit Carstensen as Petra von Kant; Hanna Schygulla as Karin Thimm; Katrin Schaake as Sidonie von Grasenabb; Eva Mattes as Gabriele von Kant; Gisela Fackeldey as Valerie von Kant; Irm Hermann as Marlene
Is this The Bitter Tears of Petra von Kant guide official?
No. It uses TMDB data as a reference and is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.



