The Volcano (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1999, The Volcano is a drama film directed by Ottokar Runze.
What it’s about. Nina Hoss stars in this adaptation of a novel by Klaus Mann as Marion von Kammer, a singer who leaves Germany for Zurich as the Nazis rise to power. However, she finds life in Switzerland dull and suffocating, so she journeys to Paris, where she works at a pirate radio station broadcasting anti-fascist messages. She becomes friendly with a group of fellow Germans living in the city of lights, including nightclub owner Mother Schwalbe; Professor Abel, the unofficial leader of the group; Martin Korella, a dissatisfied young author; and Kikjou, Martin's lover.
Who’s in it. The Volcano stars Nina Hoss as Marion von Kammer, Meret Becker as Tilly von Kammer, Sylvester Groth as Hans Hollmann and Stefan Kurt as Walter Konradi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Volcano sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Volcano page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Volcano tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Volcano (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Volcano change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Volcano worth watching?
- The Volcano holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Volcano?
- The Volcano stars Nina Hoss, Meret Becker, Sylvester Groth, Stefan Kurt and Katharina Thalbach.
- When was The Volcano released?
- The Volcano was released in 1999.