Die gläserne Mauer (1953): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1953 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1953, Die gläserne Mauer is a drama film directed by Maxwell Shane, running about 82 minutes. “THE 10-HOUR MANHUNT...that tore New York apart!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Peter Kuban, a Hungarian refugee, is about to be deported after jumping ship in New York harbor. He needs to find an ex-G.I. named Tom whom he helped during the war, as Tom can prove Peter's right to legal entry into the United States. If he can't find Tom within 24 hours and prove his case, he will be branded a fugitive and will be permanently disqualified for U.S. citizenship.
Who’s in it. Die gläserne Mauer stars Vittorio Gassman as Peter Kuban, Gloria Grahame as Maggie Summers, Ann Robinson as Nancy and Douglas Spencer as Inspector Bailey, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Die gläserne Mauer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Die gläserne Mauer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Die gläserne Mauer tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
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- Where can I watch Die gläserne Mauer (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Die gläserne Mauer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Die gläserne Mauer worth watching?
- Die gläserne Mauer holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Die gläserne Mauer?
- Die gläserne Mauer stars Vittorio Gassman, Gloria Grahame, Ann Robinson, Douglas Spencer and Robin Raymond.
- When was Die gläserne Mauer released?
- Die gläserne Mauer was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.