Weber: Der Freischütz (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film
Released in 1968, Weber: Der Freischütz is a music film directed by Joachim Hess, running about 123 minutes.
What it’s about. Director Rolf Liebermann’s 1968 filmed-for-TV production of Carl Maria von Weber’s opera, with the Hamburg State Opera performing an adapted stage version. Soloists include Bernhard Minetti, Toni Blankenheim and Arlene Saunders. The conductor is Leopold Ludwig.
Who’s in it. Weber: Der Freischütz stars Ernst Kozub as Max, Gottlob Frick as Kaspar, Franz Grundheber as Kilian and Toni Blankenheim as Cuno, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Weber: Der Freischütz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Weber: Der Freischütz tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Weber: Der Freischütz (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Weber: Der Freischütz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Weber: Der Freischütz?
- Weber: Der Freischütz stars Ernst Kozub, Gottlob Frick, Franz Grundheber, Toni Blankenheim and Arlene Saunders.
- When was Weber: Der Freischütz released?
- Weber: Der Freischütz was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.