Die Welt in Flammen (1927): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1927 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1927, Die Welt in Flammen is a drama, krieg and liebesfilm film directed by Alfred Santell, running about 150 minutes. “Fries of youth and courage that will set your heart ablaze! The love-romance that Broadway held dear to its heart for four months!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Patent Leather Kid is a 1927 silent film which tells the story of a boxer who scoffs at fighting outside the ring... particularly for the United States once it enters World War I. Eventually, he is drafted, is shipped overseas, and performs a heroic act, which results in his being severely wounded.
Who’s in it. Die Welt in Flammen stars Richard Barthelmess as Patent Leather Kid, Molly O'Day as Curley Boyle, the Golden Dancer, Lawford Davidson as Lieutenant Hugo Breen and Matthew Betz as Jake Stuke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Die Welt in Flammen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Die Welt in Flammen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Die Welt in Flammen tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Die Welt in Flammen (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Die Welt in Flammen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Die Welt in Flammen worth watching?
- Die Welt in Flammen holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, krieg and liebesfilm. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Die Welt in Flammen?
- Die Welt in Flammen stars Richard Barthelmess, Molly O'Day, Lawford Davidson, Matthew Betz and Arthur Stone.
- When was Die Welt in Flammen released?
- Die Welt in Flammen was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.