Deutsche Kinemathek Museum of Film and Television
Deutsche Kinemathek was established in 1963 as an archive of films. In 2000 they relocated it to the Filmhaus in Potsdamer Platz leading to the permanent exhibition Television of the Deutsche Kinemathek in 2006, a forerunner to the Museum of Film and Television.
If you have an interest in the history of film and television in Germany, you’ll want to check out this museum. Highlights of your visit include the Multimedia time tunnel where you can journey through the history of television in East and West Germany and the mirror room where you can view a television show on a gigantic 8-metre tall mirrored wall.
The Marlene Dietrich Collection showcases both costumes and personal items belonging to the famous actress from Berlin.
Experience the jerky motion pictures from the days when movies had no sound and see the first movies with sound that debuted in the 1930s.
On the ground floor, a large shop offers film literature, DVDs, books and current novels about Berlin.
Museum of Film and Television is located within easy walking distance of Potsdamer Platz U-Bahn or S-Bahn station.
Facts For Your Visit
Official Website: Deutsche Kinemathek
Fee: YesClosed Now
Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website, especially where Covid restrictions are in effect.
- Monday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Category: Museums
Address:
Potsdamer Str. 2
10785 Berlin
Germany
Phone: +49 30 3009030
Reviews
Rima F. Nov-06-2019
So happy to have been able to visit this wonderful film museum again after 3 years. The history of German cinema is truly fascinating and actually very... Read More
So happy to have been able to visit this wonderful film museum again after 3 years. The history of German cinema is truly fascinating and actually very...M L. Oct-22-2017
Hazel N. Jul-16-2015
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Directions
How to get to Deutsche Kinemathek by U-Bahn, S-Bahn
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Line(s): U2, S1, S2, S25, S26
Nearest U-Bahn, S-Bahn Station(s): U Potsdamer Platz, Berlin Potsdamer Platz Bahnhof
From Potsdamer Platz, walk west along Potsdamer StraBe. The Museum of Film and Television is in the Sony Center on the right side of the street.
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