Ursula (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1978, Ursula is a drama, war and romance film directed by Egon Günther, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. Switzerland 1523. The mercenary Hansli Gyr returns with his soldiers from Italy to his home in the Oberland. They have fought for the Pope and now find a religious upheaval in Switzerland.

Who’s in it. Ursula stars Suzanne Stoll as Ursula Schnurrenberger, Jörg Reichlin as Hansli Gyr, Matthias Habich as Zwingli and Jutta Hoffmann as Schnurrenbergerin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Ursula 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 Ursula page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ursula (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ursula change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ursula worth watching?
Ursula holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ursula?
Ursula stars Suzanne Stoll, Jörg Reichlin, Matthias Habich, Jutta Hoffmann and Wolf Kaiser.
When was Ursula released?
Ursula was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.