The Fiancee (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1980, The Fiancee is a drama film directed by Günther Rücker, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The wrenching story of a woman sentenced in 1934 to ten years in prison for antifascist activities. The love between her and her fiancée enables her to survive the tribulations of her time in prison, where she is one of few political prisoners.
Who’s in it. The Fiancee stars Jutta Wachowiak as Hella Lindau, Regimantas Adomaitis as Hermann Reimers, Slávka Budínová as Lola and Christine Gloger as Frenzel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Fiancee 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 The Fiancee page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fiancee tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fiancee (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fiancee change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fiancee worth watching?
- The Fiancee holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fiancee?
- The Fiancee stars Jutta Wachowiak, Regimantas Adomaitis, Slávka Budínová, Christine Gloger and Inge Keller.
- When was The Fiancee released?
- The Fiancee was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.