Love '47 (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1949, Love '47 is a drama film directed by Wolfgang Liebeneiner, running about 124 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man and woman meet on a bridge, both about to commit suicide by jumping into the river, and recount to each other their experiences.
Who’s in it. Love '47 stars Hilde Krahl as Anna Gehrke, Karl John as Beckmann, Grethe Weiser as Frau Puhlmann and Hedwig Wangel as Mutter Beckmann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Love '47 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Love '47 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Love '47 tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Love '47 (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Love '47 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Love '47 worth watching?
- Love '47 holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Love '47?
- Love '47 stars Hilde Krahl, Karl John, Grethe Weiser, Hedwig Wangel and Luise Franke-Booch.
- When was Love '47 released?
- Love '47 was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.