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Stahlhagel (1963): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1963 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1963, Stahlhagel is a krieg film directed by Francis D. Lyon, running about 84 minutes. “Heroism knows no age...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A drama of the Korean War. Four American Army POWs escape behind enemy lines and try to make their way back to their units in the South. Along the way they are aided by a young Korean boy and his adopted dog, a US trained German Shepherd named Lobo.

Who’s in it. Stahlhagel stars Rory Calhoun as MSgt. Ed Brent (escaped POW), William Bendix as Sgt. Peter L. Kane (escaped POW), Richard Jaeckel as Cpl. John Estway and Richard Arlen as Col. Ralph Holbein, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Stahlhagel 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 Stahlhagel page.

If you liked it. Fans of Stahlhagel tend to enjoy Schindlers Liste, Die letzten Glühwürmchen, Der Pianist and Apocalypse Now.

Häufige Fragen

Where can I watch Stahlhagel (1963)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stahlhagel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Stahlhagel worth watching?
Stahlhagel holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy krieg. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Stahlhagel?
Stahlhagel stars Rory Calhoun, William Bendix, Richard Jaeckel, Richard Arlen and John Agar.
When was Stahlhagel released?
Stahlhagel was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.