September 5 (2024)

7.1R91 min

2024 film by Tim Fehlbaum

September 5 is a 2024 German historical drama thriller film directed, co-written, and produced by Tim Fehlbaum. The ensemble cast includes Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, Ben Chaplin, and Leonie Benesch. The film chronicles the Munich massacre of 1972 from the perspective of the ABC Sports crew and their coverage of the events.

The film premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on 29 August 2024, and was released in Germany by Constantin Film on 9 January 2025. September 5 received positive reviews from critics and won several accolades, including nine Lolas. The film also received nominations for Best Original Screenplay at the 97th Academy Awards, and Best Motion Picture – Drama at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards.

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September 5 (2024) — "September 5" is a historical drama film directed by Tim Fehlbaum that focuses on the 1972 Munich Olympic hostage crisis from the perspective of the ABC Sports crew. The film highlights their transition from covering the Olympics to reporting on the hostage situation involving Is
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Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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