Truxa (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1937, Truxa is a notable film directed by Hans H. Zerlett.
What it’s about. The famous tightrope artist Truxa is drinking at the Artisan bar in New York. He meets a young man, Husen, and gives him his stage name Truxa. He is to take the real Truxa's place at a circus show in Wintergarten, Berlin. Alternate-language version, or remake, filmed in the UK and released in 1938 as STAR OF THE CIRCUS (q.v.)
Who’s in it. Truxa stars La Jana as Tänzerin Yester, Hannes Stelzer as Drahtseilkünstler Husen, Ernst Fritz Fürbringer as Illusionist Garvin and Rudi Godden as Peters, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Truxa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Truxa page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Truxa (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Truxa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Truxa worth watching?
- Truxa holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Truxa?
- Truxa stars La Jana, Hannes Stelzer, Ernst Fritz Fürbringer, Rudi Godden and Mady Rahl.
- When was Truxa released?
- Truxa was released in 1937.