The Stationmaster’s Wife (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1977, The Stationmaster’s Wife is a drama and tv movie film directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. The lackluster and plodding Bolweiser has the (mis)fortune to be married to the town’s siren; his trusting nature leads him into serious trouble when she beds nearly every available guy.
Who’s in it. The Stationmaster’s Wife stars Elisabeth Trissenaar as Hanni Bolwieser, Kurt Raab as Xaver Ferdinand Maria Bolwieser - Station Master, Bernhard Helfrich as Franz Merkl and Karl-Heinz von Hassel as Windegger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Stationmaster’s Wife has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Stationmaster’s Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Stationmaster’s Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Stationmaster’s Wife (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Stationmaster’s Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Stationmaster’s Wife worth watching?
- The Stationmaster’s Wife holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Stationmaster’s Wife?
- The Stationmaster’s Wife stars Elisabeth Trissenaar, Kurt Raab, Bernhard Helfrich, Karl-Heinz von Hassel and Volker Spengler.
- When was The Stationmaster’s Wife released?
- The Stationmaster’s Wife was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.