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The Film Prima Donna (1913): cast, story & where to watch

1913 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1913, The Film Prima Donna is a drama film directed by Urban Gad, running about 17 minutes.

What it’s about. Film star Ruth Breton has a habit of falling in love. When dating Walter she meets Von Zornhorst. When Zornhorst discards her, she pines away. As a last token of his love for Ruth, Walter writes a play for her, but during the final act of "Pierrot's Death", Ruth expires.

Who’s in it. The Film Prima Donna stars Asta Nielsen as Ruth Breton, Paul Otto, Fritz Weidemann and Fred Immler.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Film Prima Donna 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 Film Prima Donna page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Film Prima Donna tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Film Prima Donna (1913)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Film Prima Donna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Film Prima Donna worth watching?
The Film Prima Donna holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Film Prima Donna?
The Film Prima Donna stars Asta Nielsen, Paul Otto, Fritz Weidemann and Fred Immler.
When was The Film Prima Donna released?
The Film Prima Donna was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 17 minutes.