Ein fast perfekter Antrag - When Love Gets a Second Chance After 40 Years

With "Ein fast perfekter Antrag" (An Almost Perfect Proposal), director Marc Rothemund delivers one of the most enchanting German romances of 2026. The film brings together two of German cinema's biggest stars — Heiner Lauterbach and Iris Berben — in a story that proves true love knows no expiration date.

At its heart is Walter Adler (Heiner Lauterbach), a grumpy widower who reunites with his first love, Alice Olsen (Iris Berben), after decades apart. Forty years ago, he proposed to her and was rejected — a moment that has haunted him ever since. Determined to finally get it right, Walter enrolls as a guest student in Alice's art seminar. What begins as a charming scheme quickly spirals into a rollercoaster of comedic misunderstandings, unexpected twists, and genuinely moving moments that remind us it's never too late to follow your heart.

The chemistry between Lauterbach and Berben is nothing short of magical. Both bring decades of experience and impeccable comic timing to every scene. The film strikes the perfect balance between humor and genuine emotion without ever veering into saccharine territory. With strong box office returns across German cinemas, "Ein fast perfekter Antrag" has proven that romantic comedies made with heart and intelligence can captivate audiences — no matter their age.