The Policeman’s Wife (2013): Cast & Plot
The Policeman’s Wife is a 2013 drama directed by Philip Gröning, starring Fabian Stromberger as Policeman, Lars Rudolph and David Zimmerschied. It runs 2 hours 55 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 55m (175 min)
- Director
- Philip Gröning
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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German - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Policeman’s Wife About?
The premise of The Policeman’s Wife without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young couple and their daughter reside in a quiet town, but the husband's dedication to his work as a policeman creates distance within the family. As he becomes increasingly absorbed, his wife and daughter forge a strong bond and explore their new surroundings. This growing separation leads to escalating tensions and ultimately, unavoidable conflicts that threaten their relationships.
The Policeman’s Wife Cast & Characters
Fabian Stromberger leads the cast as Policeman, with Lars Rudolph as Kalle and David Zimmerschied as Uwe Perkinger. Directed by Philip Gröning; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Philip Gröning
- Fabian Stromberger as Policeman
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Lars Rudolph as Kalle - David Zimmerschied as Uwe Perkinger
- Alexandra Finder as Christine Perkinger
Also Starring in The Policeman’s Wife
· 3 more- Horst Rehberg Alter Mann
- Chiara Kleemann Clara Perkinger
- Katharina Susewind Kollegin
More from Philip Gröning
More films directed by Philip Gröning, best-rated first: Into Great Silence, My Brother’s Name Is Robert and He Is an Idiot, Love, Money, Love and The Terrorists!.
The Policeman’s Wife Plot Summary
What happens in The Policeman’s Wife from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Officer Avraham Azoulay is a patrolman in Tel Aviv’s district of Jaffa who stands out for his honesty and a striking level of naivety. For two decades he has worn the uniform with unwavering persistence, yet despite years of service, he has never risen beyond his current rank. The film follows him through the everyday drama of a life that feels static on the surface, even as he quietly navigates moments of moral complexity and human warmth beneath it.
Full summary
The whole story of The Policeman’s Wife, scene by scene
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9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the full name of the patrolman who works in Jaffa?
The Policeman’s Wife Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “The Police Officer's Wife” and “경관의 아내”.
- Also known as
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- The Police Officer's Wife
- 경관의 아내
- Жената на полицая
- La Mujer Del Policía
- La Femme Du Policier
- Die Frau Des Polizisten
- La Moglie Del Poliziotto
- 警察官の妻
- Policininko Zmona
- Żona Policjanta
- 警官之妻
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The Policeman’s Wife FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Policeman’s Wife, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Policeman’s Wife?
The Policeman’s Wife runs 2 hours 55 minutes (175 minutes).
When was The Policeman’s Wife released?
The Policeman’s Wife was released on August 30, 2013.
Who directed The Policeman’s Wife?
The Policeman’s Wife was directed by Philip Gröning.
More films by Philip Gröning Who is in the cast of The Policeman’s Wife?
The Policeman’s Wife stars Fabian Stromberger as Policeman, Lars Rudolph as Kalle and David Zimmerschied as Uwe Perkinger, among 7 credited actors.
Does The Policeman’s Wife have a post-credit scene?
No. The Policeman’s Wife has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Policeman’s Wife in?
The original language of The Policeman’s Wife is German.
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