Lover Divine (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 1933, Lover Divine is a drama, romance and music film directed by Willi Forst, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. A section from the life of composer Franz Schubert as a material for a love story. Also known in English as Gently My Songs Entreat. An English version called Unfinished Symphony would follow in 1934.

Who’s in it. Lover Divine stars Mártha Eggerth as Gräfin Eszterhazy, Luise Ullrich as Emmi Passenter, Hans Járay as Franz Schubert and Hans Moser as Pfandleiher Passenter, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Lover Divine has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lover Divine page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lover Divine (1933)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lover Divine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lover Divine worth watching?
Lover Divine holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lover Divine?
Lover Divine stars Mártha Eggerth, Luise Ullrich, Hans Járay, Hans Moser and Otto Treßler.
When was Lover Divine released?
Lover Divine was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.