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Haftbefehl Netflix Doc Leads DACH Charts as Cultural Fallout Widens

The film’s unflinching look at addiction is driving real-world responses, from prevention messaging to new bookings and a dispute over classroom use.

Overview

  • Netflix data show about 4.1 million views in six days and a No. 1 finish in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, with the documentary ranking fourth globally among non‑English films for the week.
  • A scene featuring Reinhard Mey’s “In meinem Garten” sent the 1970 track back into Spotify’s charts, climbing into the Top 20 in Germany.
  • Festival organizers announced new appearances for 2026, including World Club Dome in Frankfurt and the BRMN Festival in Bremen.
  • Offenbach’s student council urged schools to teach Haftbefehl’s work, a move the Hessian education ministry rejected citing controversial lyrics and public conduct.
  • Germany’s Federal Drug Commissioner Hendrik Streeck praised the film’s candor as a cautionary example, while ARD confirmed a three‑part Xatar docuseries planned for spring 2026.