Ludwig 1881 (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1993, Ludwig 1881 is a drama and history film directed by Fosco Dubini, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1881 Ludwig of Bavaria goes on a cruise on a Swiss lake. He takes with him a famous actor, Josef Kainz, to act out the scenes from a story which took place on the lake, at the actual locations.
Who’s in it. Ludwig 1881 stars Helmut Berger as Ludwig II, Michael Schiller as 1. Diener, Max Tidof as Josef Kainz and Dietmar Mössmer as 2. Diener, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Ludwig 1881 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 Ludwig 1881 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ludwig 1881 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ludwig 1881 (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ludwig 1881 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ludwig 1881 worth watching?
- Ludwig 1881 holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ludwig 1881?
- Ludwig 1881 stars Helmut Berger, Michael Schiller, Max Tidof, Dietmar Mössmer and Herbert Leiser.