Die Degenhardts (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1944, Die Degenhardts is a drama film directed by Werner Klingler, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. A stuffy old civil servant is forced to retire during World War II, but when his son, a Navy submariner, is lost at sea and his city is heavily bombed by English bombers, his old patriotism is re-awakened and he determines to be of use to his country once again
Who’s in it. Die Degenhardts stars Heinrich George as Herr Degenhardt, Hilde Jansen, Wolfgang Lukschy and Alfred Maack, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Die Degenhardts 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 Die Degenhardts page.
If you liked it. Fans of Die Degenhardts tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Die Degenhardts (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Die Degenhardts change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Die Degenhardts worth watching?
- Die Degenhardts holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Die Degenhardts?
- Die Degenhardts stars Heinrich George, Hilde Jansen, Wolfgang Lukschy, Alfred Maack and Gunnar Möller.
- When was Die Degenhardts released?
- Die Degenhardts was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.