Naked Among Wolves (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 6.4

Released in 1963, Naked Among Wolves is a drama and war film directed by Frank Beyer, running about 124 minutes. “Sometimes there are a few who stand like men...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on a true story of inmates at KZ Buchenwald that risked their lives to hide a small Jewish boy shortly before the liberation of the camp.
Who’s in it. Naked Among Wolves stars Armin Mueller-Stahl as Höfel, Fred Delmare as Pippig, Erwin Geschonneck as Krämer and Wolfram Handel as Zweiling, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Naked Among Wolves 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 Naked Among Wolves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Naked Among Wolves tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Naked Among Wolves (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Naked Among Wolves change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Naked Among Wolves worth watching?
- Naked Among Wolves holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Naked Among Wolves?
- Naked Among Wolves stars Armin Mueller-Stahl, Fred Delmare, Erwin Geschonneck, Wolfram Handel and Erik S. Klein.
- When was Naked Among Wolves released?
- Naked Among Wolves was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.