# Where to watch Der Schimmelreiter (1978) in the UK

> Der Schimmelreiter (1978) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1978  
**Runtime:** 96 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 8.0/10  
**Genres:** Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T02:44:18.520Z)  

## Synopsis

After the death of his father, the ambitious farmhand Hauke Haien works his way up to become the successor to the old dyke count, whose daughter Elke he marries. He develops plans for the construction of a new dyke to provide better protection against storm surges, but encounters resistance and inertia from the villagers, who superstitiously suspect him of being in league with the devil. As a heavy storm approaches, he chases towards the floods with his white horse...

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch Der Schimmelreiter in the UK?**

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**Is Der Schimmelreiter on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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