15 Years
15 Jahre
Synopsis
Pianist Jenny, once a musical prodigy, finds her footing in the Christian faith after serving 15 years for a murder she didn't commit. When she learns that her childhood sweetheart, once responsible for her ordeal, has become an internationally acclaimed star, the overwhelming need for revenge threatens her fragile agreement with God and her relationship with a Syrian musician who offers Jenny honest care and trust.
Part of the Jenny von Loeben Filmreihe
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Top Cast
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Hannah Herzsprung
Jenny von Loeben
Hassan Akkouch
Omar Annan
Albrecht Schuch
Gimmiemore
Christian Friedel
Harry Mangold
Adele Neuhauser
Frau Markowski
Stefanie Reinsperger
Wolke
Katharina Schüttler
Dorothea Mangold
Ninia LaGrande
Self
Marc Limpach
Musikproduzent
Mariam Hage
Nadira
Samuel Koch
Moderator
Désirée Nosbusch
Frau Lemmerick
Sara Adina Scheer
Jil Devresse
Pastorentochter
Maradona Akkouch
IS-Kämpfer
Abdolelah Farhoud
Carmen Geutjes
Junge Jenny
Kim Girschner
Trauergast
Release History & Theatrical Window
Shanghai International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Kraus
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Kraus
- Original Score
- Annette Focks
- Original Title
- 15 Jahre
- Country of Origin
- Austria, Germany, Luxembourg
- Spoken Languages
- German, English, Arabic
- Runtime
- 2h 23m
- Production Studios
- Dor Film, Dor Film-West, Four Minutes, Samsa Film, Senator Film, SR, SWR, ARTE, Wild Bunch Germany
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Kraus
Chris Kraus
Annette Focks
Daniela Knapp
Uta Schmidt
Danny Krausz, Ulf Israel, Clara von Berlepsch, Chris Kraus
Department Leadership Roster
Daniela Knapp
Director of Photography
Chris Kraus
Director
Uta Schmidt
Editor
Danny Krausz
Producer
Ulf Israel
Producer
Iris Schilhab
Production Design
Gioia Raspé
Costume Design
Clara von Berlepsch
Producer
Chris Kraus
Producer
Chris Kraus
Writer
Silke Buhr
Production Design
Annette Focks
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About 15 Years
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 15 Years about?
Pianist Jenny, once a musical prodigy, finds her footing in the Christian faith after serving 15 years for a murder she didn't commit. When she learns that her childhood sweetheart, once responsible for her ordeal, has become an internationally acclaimed star, the overwhelming need for revenge threatens her fragile agreement with God and her relationship with a Syrian musician who offers Jenny honest care and trust.
Who directed 15 Years?
15 Years was directed by Chris Kraus.
Who stars in 15 Years?
The principal cast of 15 Years includes Hannah Herzsprung, Hassan Akkouch, Albrecht Schuch, Christian Friedel, Adele Neuhauser.
When was 15 Years released and how long is it?
15 Years was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for 15 Years?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 15 Years was composed by Annette Focks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for 15 Years?
15 Years holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).