Cast: Theo Lingen

Direction Fritz Lang

Cast Peter Lorre · Otto Wernicke · Gustaf Gründgens · Theo Lingen

Synopsis M (1931) plunges into the grimy streets of Berlin, where terror grips the city as a serial child killer wreaks havoc. The chilling deeds of this criminal are so abhorrent that even the hardened criminals of the underworld seek his...

Direction Fritz Lang

Cast Rudolf Klein-Rogge · Oskar Beregi · Theodor Loos · Karl Meixner

Synopsis The Testament of Dr. Mabuse (1933) follows Berlin police inspector Lohmann as he delves into a perplexing case where all evidence points to a man who has been confined to a mental institution for years—Dr. Mabuse. As Lohmann digs deeper,...

Direction Ernst Marischka

Cast Hans Moser · Ida Wüst · Olly Holzmann · Ida Turay

Direction Karel Lamac

Cast Christl Mardayn · Hermann Thimig · Willi Schaeffers · Anni Markart

Synopsis The White Horse Inn (1935) unfolds during the bustling high season at the charming Weissen Rössl (White Horse) Inn, nestled by a serene lake in Austria. The inn's proprietor, Josefa, is delighted to welcome back one of her guests, the...

Direction Johannes Kai · Ramón Torrado

Cast Fernando Sancho · Georg Thomalla · Helmuth Schneider · Mara Cruz

Synopsis Der Löwe von Babylon (1959) follows the adventures of Kara Ben Nemsi and his loyal companion as they journey to the ancient ruins of Bis Nim Rub, nestled within the historic city of Babylon. Their peaceful camping trip takes a...

Direction Richard Eichberg

Cast Anton Walbrook · Lucie Höflich · Maria Andergast · Alexander Golling

Synopsis The Czar's Courier (1936) follows the perilous journey of a loyal courier tasked with navigating the treacherous Siberian frontier. Pursued by relentless Tartar invaders and betrayed by a deceitful Russian ally, the courier faces numerous obstacles and encounters a diverse...

Direction Richard Eichberg

Cast Philip Dorn · Kitty Jantzen · La Jana · Theo Lingen

Direction Richard Eichberg

Cast Philip Dorn · La Jana · Alexander Golling · Theo Lingen

Direction Werner Jacobs

Cast Peter Alexander · Heintje Simons · Theo Lingen · Gerlinde Locker

Synopsis Hurra, die Schule brennt - Die Lümmel von der ersten Bank IV. Teil (1969) follows the mischievous antics of Pepe Nietnagel's group, which leads the Ministry of Education to assign a distinguished educator to their school. The selected candidate is...

Direction Géza von Bolváry

Cast Zarah Leander · Attila Hörbiger · Karl Martell · Theo Lingen

Synopsis Premiere (1937) unfolds during the grand opening night at the Revue Theater in Vienna, where not only a new spectacular revue is set to dazzle the audience, but also a new star is about to shine: Carmen Daviot. In his...

Direction Karl Hartl

Cast Brigitte Helm · Rudolf Forster · Lucie Englisch · Gustaf Gründgens

Direction Ludwig Berger

Cast Renate Müller · Willy Fritsch · Paul Hörbiger · Anton Walbrook

Synopsis Waltz War (1933) delves into the intense musical competition between Joseph Länner and Johan Strauss, two prominent composers, and their respective waltz orchestras during the reign of Queen Victoria. The narrative unfolds as their rivalry reaches a climax, culminating in...

Direction Fritz Kortner

Cast Willi Forst · Dolly Haas · Oskar Sima · Max Gülstorff

Synopsis A Girl You Don't Forget (1932) follows the story of an actor, Paul (Willi Forst), who struggles to find work during the challenging times of the Great Depression. After a year of unemployment, Paul finally secures a role, only to...

Direction Georg Marischka · Ramón Torrado

Cast Viktor Staal · Georg Thomalla · Theo Lingen · Fernando Sancho

Direction Bertolt Brecht · Carl Koch

Cast Theo Lingen · Peter Lorre · Helene Weigel

Synopsis Mann ist Mann (1931) is a cinematic adaptation of a stage play directed by Berthold Brecht and filmed by Carl Koch. The story unfolds in Kilkoa, India, where a humble Irish dockworker, Galy Gay, portrayed by Peter Lorre, is coerced...

Direction Werner Jacobs

Cast Hans Kraus · Gila von Weitershausen · Günther Schramm · Hannelore Elsner

Synopsis Die Lümmel von der ersten Bank - 1. Trimester: Zur Hölle mit den Paukern (1968) follows the escapades of Pepe, the son of stamp trader Kurt Nietnagel, who has recently moved from a private boarding school to Mommsen Gymnasium. Pepe...

Direction Luigi Comencini

Cast Elsbeth Sigmund · Heinrich Gretler · Thomas Klameth · Elsie Attenhofer

Synopsis Heidi (1952) follows the journey of a young orphan named Heidi, who is sent to reside with her gruff and isolated grandfather in a remote Alpine cabin. Initially, the old man is distant and unkind, but Heidi's endearing nature gradually...

Direction Helmut Käutner

Cast Walter Giller · Uschi Glas · Theo Lingen · Fritz Tillmann

Synopsis Die Feuerzangenbowle (1970) follows the story of a renowned writer who, having been privately educated at home, feels he has missed out on the typical school experiences and camaraderie of his youth. To rectify this, he devises a plan to...

Direction Gustaf Gründgens

Cast Jenny Jugo · Hermann Thimig · S.Z. Sakall · Berthe Ostyn

Synopsis A Town Stands on Its Head (1933) presents a comedic tale reminiscent of Gogol's "The Inspector General." The story unfolds in a small town where a traveling salesman, arriving in a car mistakenly assumed to belong to a government official,...

Direction Franz Schnyder

Cast Heinrich Gretler · Elsbeth Sigmund · Thomas Klameth · Emil Hegetschweiler

Synopsis Heidi and Peter (1955) follows the adventures of Heidi, a young girl who spends her summers in the picturesque Swiss Alps with her grandfather, where she forms a strong bond with Peter, her friend, and together they care for the...