Dornröschen (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1971, Dornröschen is a fantasy and family film directed by Walter Beck, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. On the occasion of their daughter's birth, the king and queen give a lavish feast. Among the guests are twelve fairies who endow the infant in the cradle with all good qualities. As the king loathes diligence, he does not invite the thirteenth fairy - the fairy of diligence. A captain lets her slip into the castle and she casts a spell on Sleeping Beauty, wishing death upon her. The twelfth fairy transforms and mitigates the spell. On the day she turns fifteen, the princess is to sink into a hundred-year sleep after pricking her finger on a spindle.
Who’s in it. Dornröschen stars Juliane Korén as Dornröschen, Vera Oelschlegel as 13. Fee, Helmut Schreiber as König and Burkhard Mann as Prinz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Dornröschen 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 Dornröschen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dornröschen 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 Dornröschen (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dornröschen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dornröschen worth watching?
- Dornröschen holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Dornröschen?
- Dornröschen stars Juliane Korén, Vera Oelschlegel, Helmut Schreiber, Burkhard Mann and Martin Hellberg.