Karl(2025)
Karl Synopsis
“I have spent so much time playing a role that it’s almost impossible for anyone to know who I really am,” Karl Lagerfeld once proclaimed. The German fashion designer, creative director and cultural force, who dominated the world of fashion for more than seven decades, is finally revealed in ravishing detail.
Karl (2025) is a documentary film directed by Nick Hooker, released on August 29, 2025 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Karl Lagerfeld, Tilda Swinton, Lily-Rose Depp and Vanessa Paradis. Viewers rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Nick Hooker
- Producers:
- Julia Nottingham, Susan Hootstein
- Cinematographer:
- Shane Sigler
- Production:
- Dorothy St Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Karl (2025) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Karl before you stream it.
Karl Cast & Crew
Main cast
Karl Lagerfeld
as Self (archive footage)
Tilda Swinton
as Self
Lily-Rose Depp
as Self
Vanessa Paradis
as Self
Penélope Cruz
as Self
Tom Ford
as Self
Paloma Picasso
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Nick Hooker, produced by Julia Nottingham and Susan Hootstein.
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Karl Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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Karl – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Karl online?
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Karl (2025) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Karl?
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The main cast of Karl (2025) includes Karl Lagerfeld, Tilda Swinton, Lily-Rose Depp, Vanessa Paradis and Penélope Cruz. The film was directed by Nick Hooker. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Karl released?
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Karl was released on August 29, 2025 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is Karl worth watching?
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Karl (2025) holds an average rating of 7.5 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Karl?
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Yes. The official Karl trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.