The Benthin Family (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1950, The Benthin Family is a drama film directed by Richard Groschopp, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. The brothers Theo and Gustav Benthin pull profits through smuggling in divided Germany: Theo in the West and Gustav in the East. The East German police catch on quickly, however, and Gustav is arrested. The small band of smugglers disperses, with Gustav’s chauffer Peter Naumann fleeing to the West and his sister choosing the East after struggling to find work and lodging in the West.
Who’s in it. The Benthin Family stars Maly Delschaft as Annemarie Naumann, Harry Hindemith as Seidel, Erik Schumann as Hans Bodmer and Charlotte Ander as Olga Benthin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Benthin Family 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 The Benthin Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Benthin Family tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Benthin Family (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Benthin Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Benthin Family worth watching?
- The Benthin Family holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Benthin Family?
- The Benthin Family stars Maly Delschaft, Harry Hindemith, Erik Schumann, Charlotte Ander and Hans-Georg Rudolph.
- When was The Benthin Family released?
- The Benthin Family was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.