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Wiegenlied (1930): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1930 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1930, Wiegenlied is a drama film directed by Dorothy Arzner, running about 86 minutes. “A Powerful Drama of Mother Love” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A ne'er-do-well husband, after years of abusing his wife, disappears with their son, and winds up selling him to a wealthy family. Years later, the wife, now a world-famous opera singer, finally has enough time and money to begin a search for him.

Who’s in it. Wiegenlied stars Ruth Chatterton as Sarah Storm, Fredric March as Howard Vanning, Fuller Mellish Jr. as Jim Grey and Gilbert Emery as John Ashemore, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Wiegenlied has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wiegenlied page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wiegenlied tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.

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Where can I watch Wiegenlied (1930)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wiegenlied change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Wiegenlied worth watching?
Wiegenlied holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Wiegenlied?
Wiegenlied stars Ruth Chatterton, Fredric March, Fuller Mellish Jr., Gilbert Emery and Doris Lloyd.
When was Wiegenlied released?
Wiegenlied was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.