Hammer or Anvil (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film
Released in 1972, Hammer or Anvil is a drama film directed by Christo Christov, running about 157 minutes.
What it’s about. This is a political picture about the Bulgarian revolutionary Georgi Dimitrov. In 1933 during the Reichstag Fire Trial trumped-up charges of having set the Reichstag on fire were brought against him. At the trial Dimitrov exposed the machinations of the Nazis and turned from a defendant into an accuser. Central to the story is the face-to-face political duel between Dimitrov and Goering. Dimitrov's interactions with ordinary Germans, the memories of his wife Lyuba Ivoshevich, and the meetings with his mother Parashkeva alternate with documentary shooting scenes from the time of Nazi Germany.
Who’s in it. Hammer or Anvil stars Stefan Getsov as Georgi Dimitrov, Viliam Polónyi as Hermann Georing, Frank Obermann as Diels and Hannjo Hasse as Nebe, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hammer or Anvil page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hammer or Anvil tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hammer or Anvil (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hammer or Anvil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hammer or Anvil?
- Hammer or Anvil stars Stefan Getsov, Viliam Polónyi, Frank Obermann, Hannjo Hasse and Micaela Kreißler.
- When was Hammer or Anvil released?
- Hammer or Anvil was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 157 minutes.