Asphalt (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1929, Asphalt is a drama film directed by Joe May, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. One of the last great German Expressionist films of the silent era, Joe May’s Asphalt is a love story set in the traffic-strewn Berlin of the late 1920s. Starring the delectable Betty Amann in her most famous leading role, Asphalt is a luxuriously produced UFA classic where tragic liaisons and fatal encounters are shaped alongside the constant roar of traffic.
Who’s in it. Asphalt stars Albert Steinrück as Hauptwachtmeister Holk, Else Heller as Mutter Holk, Gustav Fröhlich as Wachtmeister Albert Holk and Betty Amann as Else Kramer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Asphalt has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on IndieFlix, Eternal Family, Kino Film Collection and IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Asphalt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Asphalt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Asphalt (1929)?
- In US, Asphalt is available to stream on IndieFlix, Eternal Family and Kino Film Collection, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Asphalt worth watching?
- Asphalt holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Asphalt?
- Asphalt stars Albert Steinrück, Else Heller, Gustav Fröhlich, Betty Amann and Hans Adalbert Schlettow.
- When was Asphalt released?
- Asphalt was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.