Leben um Leben (1916): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1916, Leben um Leben is a drama film directed by Richard Eichberg, running about 68 minutes.

What it’s about. Leben um Leben is the sequel to the 1915 murder mystery Das Tagebuch Collins (Collin’s Diary). Leben um Leben resumes the story with the honeymoon of Peter Tomson and Ellen, who earlier had played the key role in discovering Collin’s diary and clearing the name of her future husband. During their stay, they again cross paths with Carmen Metschersky, who has managed to survive her suicide attempt and was acquitted of the murder charge due to lack of sufficient evidence. Her accomplice Peppo Pastia was convicted, but later released thanks to her help. When Carmen learns that she will inherit nothing from her deceased husband’s estate, she and Peppo (posing as her uncle Pedro Costa) hatch an elaborate scheme to seduce and murder Tomson’s business partner, Kurt Frederich. However, Ellen Tomson manages to foil their machinations yet again, and the villainous pair suffer a chilling end (in the truest sense).

Who’s in it. Leben um Leben stars Ellen Richter, Erich Kaiser-Titz, Walter Wolffgram and Lu Synd, among others.

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

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