Kati: A Freestyle That Stays

Set four years after the dissolution of the German Democratic Republic, this drama follows two-time Olympic champion Katarina Witt as she attempts a return to competitive skating. Seeking to prove her enduring skill to herself and a reunified Germany, she reunites with her former coach, Jutta Müller. Together, they undergo an intense training regimen to prepare for a comeback.

This German television movie was directed by Michaela Kezele, following her 2019 film Like a Bird. The screenplay was written by Andrea Stoll. The lead role of Katarina Witt is played by Lavinia Nowak, with a supporting cast that includes Jörg Steinberg, Angela Hobrig, Dagmar Manzel, Lukas B. Amberger, and Alexander Schubert. The production was a collaboration between ZDF, Odeon Fiction, and MIA Film. Released on July 1, 2024, the film has a runtime of 95 minutes.