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Friendly Fire (2026)

Movie 109 min

Documentary

Klaus Fried was a teenager when his father Erich Fried, the writer, died. He had to share him with the entire world public. The son embarks on a search, meets family members, friends and companions and, together with Julia Albrecht, tries to piece together a picture of his father from the memories of these people. When he meets Astrid Proll, co-founder of the RAF, the hard struggle for answers makes it clear how similar father and son are.

Klaus Fried Director Klaus Fried Writer

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Quick facts

Released
April 30, 2026
Runtime
109 min
IMDb
tt15807066
Language
Studio
Hanfgarn & Ufer Filmproduktion

Cast

Klaus Fried Klaus Fried Self Erich Fried Erich Fried Self (archive footage) Astrid Proll Astrid Proll Self David Fried Self Petra Fried Self Kathy Fried Self Tom Fried Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Friendly Fire about?
Klaus Fried was a teenager when his father Erich Fried, the writer, died. He had to share him with the entire world public. The son embarks on a search, meets family members, friends and companions and, together with Julia Albrecht, tries to piece together a picture of his father from the memories of these people. When he meets Astrid Proll, co-founder of the RAF, the hard struggle for answers makes it clear how similar father and son are.
Who directed Friendly Fire?
Friendly Fire was directed by Klaus Fried.
Who stars in Friendly Fire?
Friendly Fire stars Klaus Fried, Erich Fried, Astrid Proll, David Fried.
When was Friendly Fire released?
Friendly Fire is a 2026 documentary film.
Where can I watch Friendly Fire?
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