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Movie · 1926

Faust

Original title: Faust - Eine deutsche Volkssage

★ 7.9 TMDB · 428 IMDb ↗
116 minRUNTIME
1926YEAR

Faust is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, Hoopla, and 5 more.

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Faust streaming guide

Streaming info last updated: November 3, 2026

Faust (1926) is a fantasy, drama, and horror movie from Germany. In the US, it’s available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, and Hoopla.

The easiest way to stream the movie is with a subscription to MUBI or Kino Film Collection. On a budget? You can watch it for free (usually with ads) on Kanopy, Hoopla, or Darkroom. For current subscription, rental, and purchase options and each platform’s direct “Watch” link, see the Where to Watch in the US section above. izlebunu hosts no content; it sends you straight to the streaming platform.

  • FreeKanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome, Filmtap
  • SubscriptionMUBI, Kino Film Collection
  • GenreFantasy, Drama, Horror
  • OriginGermany · 1926

Plot

Murnau’s epic adaptation of Goethe’s tragedy stands with Fritz Lang’s Metropolis among the supreme achievements of German silent cinema. Gösta Ekman plays the alchemist who, his faith shaken in a time of plague, is offered the gift of healing and eternal youth… in exchange for his soul.

DirectorF. W. Murnau
CountryGermany
GenresFantasy, Drama, Horror

Cast

Gösta EkmanGösta EkmanFaust
Emil JanningsEmil JanningsMephisto
Camilla HornCamilla HornGretchen Marguerite
Frida RichardFrida RichardGretchens's Mother
William DieterleWilliam DieterleValentin
Werner FuettererWerner FuettererErzengel
Yvette GuilbertYvette GuilbertMarthe Schwerdtlein
Eric BarclayEric BarclayDuke of Parma
Hanna RalphHanna RalphDuchess of Parma
Hans BrausewetterHans BrausewetterFarmboy (uncredited)
Lothar MüthelFriar (uncredited)
Hertha von WaltherHertha von Walther(uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Faust?

Faust is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, Hoopla, MUBI, Darkroom, Fawesome, Kino Film Collection, and Filmtap. You’ll find each platform’s current options and “Watch” links in the “Where to Watch in the US” section on this page.

Is Faust available with English subtitles or dubbing?

Audio and subtitle options for Faust depend on the platform. US streaming services usually offer English subtitles, and many foreign-language titles also have an English dub.

Where can I watch Faust with English subtitles?

Faust is available in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, Hoopla, MUBI, Darkroom, Fawesome, Kino Film Collection, and Filmtap. These platforms usually offer English subtitles for foreign-language titles; turn them on in the player’s subtitle (CC) menu.

Is there an English dub of Faust?

That depends on the platform. If Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, Hoopla, MUBI, Darkroom, Fawesome, Kino Film Collection, or Filmtap offers an English dub, you can pick it from the player’s audio/language menu.

Which subscription includes Faust?

Faust is included with a subscription to MUBI or Kino Film Collection, so subscribers can watch it at no extra cost.

Can I rent or buy Faust?

Yes. In the US, you can rent or buy Faust on Amazon Video or Apple TV Store.

Can I watch Faust for free?

Yes. Faust is currently free to stream in the US (possibly with ads) on Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome, or Filmtap.

How long is Faust?

Faust runs about 116 minutes (1h 56m).

What genre is Faust?

Faust is a fantasy, drama, and horror movie from Germany.

Who stars in Faust?

The main cast of Faust includes Gösta Ekman, Emil Jannings, Camilla Horn, Frida Richard, William Dieterle, and Werner Fuetterer.

What is the IMDb / TMDB rating of Faust?

Faust has a TMDB rating of 7.9 out of 10 (428 votes). You can check its current IMDb rating via the IMDb link on this page.

Can I watch Faust on my phone or smart TV?

Yes. Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Kanopy, Hoopla, and the other platforms listed above work on iOS and Android, in web browsers, and on most smart TVs, so you can watch Faust on the device of your choice.

When was Faust released?

Faust was released in 1926.

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