Museum of Film and Television at Potsdamer Platz Berlin
The permanent exhibition of the Museum for Film and Television Berlin shows exhibits from the entire spectrum of German film and television history.
Dive into the magic of German cinema history at Berlin’s iconic film and television museum.
A Journey Through Over 100 Years of Film and Television History
The museum's permanent exhibition offers a fascinating journey through over a century of German film and television history. It features significant artifacts from renowned artists such as Marlene Dietrich, Fritz Lang, and Werner Herzog. Located within the Sony Center at Potsdamer Platz, the museum presents a unique combination of historical and modern exhibits.
Visitors can explore a German film history that dates back more than 100 years. The museum provides an extraordinary insight into the development of film and television, from their early days to the present. This exceptional combination is unparalleled in Europe. Behind the museum lies a distinctive concept. The exhibition is uniquely staged with light installations, mirror halls, and moving images that take you on a journey through time.
The permanent collection includes remarkable legacies from prominent film artists such as Marlene Dietrich, Fritz Lang, and Werner Herzog. In 2006, the exhibition dedicated to German television was added, offering insights into its history from both East and West Germany.
Museum of Film and Television
Location & Sights nearby
Located directly on Potsdamer Platz, 3 floors above the impressive Center at Potsdamer Platz - Sony Center, you will find the Museum for Film and Television. If you're feeling the fever of the cinema, you can walk to the IMAX across the street. Other sights nearby are the Musical Instruments Museum, the Berlin Philharmonic and the Tiergarten. After a short walk of 10 minutes, you will reach the Brandenburg Gate.
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Address: Potsdamer Str. 2, 10785 Berlin
Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Admission: €9. Free entry for visitors under 18 years.
Public transport connections: S-Bahn S1, S2, S25 (Potsdamer Platz), U2 (Potsdamer Platz), Bus: Varian-Fry-Str. (200, M41, M48, M85, N2)
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