Der schwarze Blitz (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1958, Der schwarze Blitz is a romance film directed by Hans Grimm, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Michael Kirchner, nicknamed "The Black Lightning", is a passionate alpine skier. Now he must eliminate the tough opponent Herbert Tanner to be the representative of the national team.
Who’s in it. Der schwarze Blitz stars Toni Sailer as Michael Kirchner, Oliver Grimm as Andi, Maria Perschy as Gretl Mittermayr and Dietmar Schönherr as Herbert Thanner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Der schwarze Blitz has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der schwarze Blitz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Der schwarze Blitz tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Der schwarze Blitz (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Der schwarze Blitz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Der schwarze Blitz worth watching?
- Der schwarze Blitz holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Der schwarze Blitz?
- Der schwarze Blitz stars Toni Sailer, Oliver Grimm, Maria Perschy, Dietmar Schönherr and Waltraut Haas.
- When was Der schwarze Blitz released?
- Der schwarze Blitz was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.