The Dwarf Magician (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1960, The Dwarf Magician is a fantasy and family film directed by Christoph Engel, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. East German adaptation of Grimm‘s fairy tale “Rumpelstiltskin“.
Who’s in it. The Dwarf Magician stars Siegfried Seibt as Rumpelstilzchen, Karin Lesch as Müllerstochter Marie, Karl-Heinz Rothin as Müller Kunz and Reinhard Michalke as Müllerbursche Hans, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Dwarf Magician has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dwarf Magician page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dwarf Magician tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dwarf Magician (1960)?
- In US, The Dwarf Magician is available to stream on Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Dwarf Magician worth watching?
- The Dwarf Magician holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dwarf Magician?
- The Dwarf Magician stars Siegfried Seibt, Karin Lesch, Karl-Heinz Rothin, Reinhard Michalke and Nikolaus Paryla.
- When was The Dwarf Magician released?
- The Dwarf Magician was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.