When Will ‘Nuremberg’ Hit Netflix? Here’s What We Know of the WWII Era Drama So Far

Published 01/10/2026, 3:05 PM CST

The historical drama Nuremberg is currently transitioning from its highly publicized theatrical run to the digital marketplace, preparing for its eventual streaming debut. This shift suggests that fans will soon be able to witness the intense psychological duel between a US Army psychiatrist and the highest-ranking surviving Nazi officer from the comfort of their homes.

Following its nationwide premiere, fans are waiting for the film to arrive on Netflix.

Anticipated Netflix release date of Nuremberg

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Netflix holds the first streaming rights for many Sony Pictures Classics titles, typically releasing them approximately four months after the initial theatrical launch. Given that Nuremberg premiered in early November, it can be anticipate a streaming release will occur in early March 2026. This timeline follows the established Pay 1 window pattern seen with recent hits like Karate Kid: Legends.  

In Nuremberg, US Army psychiatrist Douglas Kelley faces the unprecedented task of evaluating twenty-one high-ranking Nazi officials to ensure their mental competence for trial. His mission turns into a dark obsession as he enters a dangerous psychological duel with Hermann Göring. As the historic tribunal unfolds in the ruins of Nuremberg, Kelley’s pursuit of a deeper definition of evil threatens his own sanity while the world witnesses the regime's atrocities.

Sky Cinema subscribers in the United Kingdom have actually received earlier access. Regardless of the specific region, the film remains one of the most anticipated additions to digital libraries this year.

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The story centres on a battle of wits featuring a cast of Academy Award winners and rising stars.

The duel of minds and morality in Nuremberg

Russell Crowe stars as the charismatic yet cunning Hermann Göring, who engages in a chilling psychological evaluation while awaiting trial for his crimes. Opposite him, Rami Malek portrays Major Douglas Kelley, the psychiatrist tasked with determining if the prisoners are mentally fit for prosecution.

The supporting cast features Michael Shannon as Robert H. Jackson, the unyielding chief prosecutor, alongside Richard E. Grant and John Slattery. Written and directed by James Vanderbilt, the screenplay is adapted from the acclaimed nonfiction work The Nazi and the Psychiatrist.

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Cinematic recreations of the 1940s trials utilize authentic archival footage to ground the dramatic performances in a sobering reality. The film does not shy away from the horrors of the Holocaust, using high-fidelity visuals to remind audiences of the stakes involved. The legacy of the trials continues to serve as a haunting reminder of the necessity for international justice.

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Soma Mitra

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Soma is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. With a postgraduate degree in Mass Communication, she brings production experience from documentary films like Chandua: Stories on Fabric. Covering the true crime and docu-drama beat, she turns psychological thrillers into sharp, audience-aware storytelling.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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