Watch the beloved German Christmas film, "Three Wishes for Cinderella": Guide to Enjoying the Favorite Holiday Movie of Germany
For foreign residents in Germany, the upcoming winter season presents a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in local culture and improve their language skills. One such way is by watching the beloved Christmas film, "Three Wishes for Cinderella," which will be shown on various regional channels and streaming platforms in the coming days.
Originally premiered in East Berlin in 1973, this co-production between Czechoslovakian and East German production companies has become a Christmas staple across much of Europe, including Germany. The film, known as "Drei Hasselnuß für Aschebrödel" in its original German, is a romantic fairytale produced in 1973 and is better known as "Three Wishes for Cinderella" in English.
Set against a snowy backdrop, the film transports viewers to a magical world filled with enchantment and romance. The film features Czech actress Libuse Safrankova playing Cinderella and Pavel Travnicek as the prince.
This year, the 2021 version of "Three Wishes for Cinderella" can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video in Germany, including in 4K quality. For those who prefer to watch the film on television, it will be shown on various regional channels in Germany during the coming days.
On December 24th, the film will be shown at 1.40pm on Das Erste, 2.55pm on BR, 4.25pm on SRF, 4.35pm on NDR, and 8.15pm on WDR. On Christmas Day, viewers can catch the film at 9.50am on Das Erste. The film will be shown 13 times over the Christmas and New Year period.
For those who miss the initial showings, the film will be shown again on January 6th at 11:15am on BR and on January 1st, 2025, at 2.20pm on SWR.
"Three Wishes for Cinderella" brings a sense of nostalgia for many families and is synonymous with the Christmas season. For those looking to improve their German language skills, watching this classic film could be a fun and engaging way to do so.
For those interested in discovering more films and series to help improve their German language skills, a list of must-see recommendations is available for reading. Happy watching, and enjoy the magic of "Three Wishes for Cinderella" this holiday season!
Delve into a selection of German entertainment, where "Three Wishes for Cinderella" stands out as a must-watch during the winter season for foreign residents. This renowned film is not only a Christmas tradition across Europe, including Germany, but also offers an opportunity to enhance language skills.
