Conni and the Mystery of the Crane

Conni and the Mystery of the Crane (2026)



Meine Freundin Conni 2

7.7 2026 79 min Germany

Director: Dirk Hampel

Adventure Animation Comedy Fantasy
When Conni's parents go away, she finds herself at the center of a thrilling escapate right at home. Alongside her beloved cat Mau, her loyal friends, the ever-supportive Grandpa Willi, and a grumpy neighbor, she discovers an injured crane in desperate need of rescue. The clock is ticking—can Conni and her crew help crane Klaus take flight and join the migrating birds heading south before it's too late?

More About This Film

Conni and the Mystery of the Crane is an animated family adventure in which Conni's ordinary time at home becomes an unexpected mission when an injured migratory crane arrives in the neighborhood. With her friends, grandfather, and cat Mau, Conni tries to help the bird return to its flock before migration begins.

Dirk Hampel directs the second Conni feature, based on the best-selling children's books by Liane Schneider and illustrated by Eva Wenzel-Bürger. The story combines gentle humor, friendship, environmental awareness, and a child-sized adventure designed for younger audiences.

  • Directed by Dirk Hampel.
  • Written by Oliver Huzly and Sven Severin.
  • Produced by youngfilms and Senator Film Produktion.
  • The film runs approximately 77 minutes.
  • The film was officially selected in the Animated Feature Film category at the 2026 FLICS festival in Buenos Aires.

Where to Watch

Conni and the Mystery of the Crane has primarily circulated through theatrical and family-film festival distribution, with streaming options varying by territory.

  • MUBI – subscription where available
  • Plex – availability varies by region
  • YouTube – trailer or rental where offered
  • Netflix – subscription if available
  • Prime Video – subscription/rental/purchase where offered
  • Google TV – rental/purchase where offered