Fegefeuer (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1988, Fegefeuer is a drama, crime and documentary film directed by Willi Hengstler, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Austrian, Johann "Jack" Unterweger, who wrote a book about his criminal past while serving a life term in prison for assault. In 1974, Unterweger murdered 18-year-old German citizen Margaret Schäfer by strangling her with her own bra, and in 1976 was arrested and sentenced to life in prison.
Who’s in it. Fegefeuer stars Bobby Prem as Jack Unterweger, Ingrid Ettlmayer as Marion, Jürgen Goslar as grandfather and Jeanette Mühlmann as mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Fegefeuer 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 Fegefeuer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fegefeuer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fegefeuer (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fegefeuer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fegefeuer worth watching?
- Fegefeuer holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fegefeuer?
- Fegefeuer stars Bobby Prem, Ingrid Ettlmayer, Jürgen Goslar, Jeanette Mühlmann and Hartmut Nolte.
- When was Fegefeuer released?
- Fegefeuer was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.