Tartuffe (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1926, Tartuffe is a comedy and drama film directed by F. W. Murnau, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man shows his millionaire grandfather a film based on Molière's play "Tartuffe" in order to expose the old man's hypocritical governess who covets the young man's inheritance.
Who’s in it. Tartuffe stars Emil Jannings as Tartüff, Hermann Picha as Der Greis, Rosa Valetti as Seine Haushälterin / Housekeeper and André Mattoni as Sein Enkel / Grandson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Tartuffe has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tartuffe page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tartuffe tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tartuffe (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tartuffe change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tartuffe worth watching?
- Tartuffe holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Tartuffe?
- Tartuffe stars Emil Jannings, Hermann Picha, Rosa Valetti, André Mattoni and Werner Krauß.
- When was Tartuffe released?
- Tartuffe was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.