The Holy Mountain (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1926, The Holy Mountain is a drama and adventure film directed by Arnold Fanck, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Professional dancer Diotima finds herself the apex of a love triangle when she is pursued by two mountain climbers, Vigo and his unnamed older friend.
Who’s in it. The Holy Mountain stars Leni Riefenstahl as Diotima, Luis Trenker as Karl, Ernst Petersen as Vigo and Frida Richard as Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Holy Mountain 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 The Holy Mountain page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Holy Mountain tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Holy Mountain (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Holy Mountain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Holy Mountain worth watching?
- The Holy Mountain holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Holy Mountain?
- The Holy Mountain stars Leni Riefenstahl, Luis Trenker, Ernst Petersen, Frida Richard and Hannes Schneider.
- When was The Holy Mountain released?
- The Holy Mountain was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.