The Erl King (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1931, The Erl King is a fantasy, drama, horror and music film directed by Marie-Louise Iribe, running about 46 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man races to save his son's life, but death – incarnated in the child's imagination as the titular Erl King – calls unceasingly.
Who’s in it. The Erl King stars Joë Hamman as Le roi des aulnes, Mary Costes as La fille du maître de poste, Rosa Bertens as La grand-mère and Otto Gebühr as Le père, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Erl King 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 Erl King page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Erl King tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Erl King (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Erl King change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Erl King worth watching?
- The Erl King holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, drama, horror and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Erl King?
- The Erl King stars Joë Hamman, Mary Costes, Rosa Bertens, Otto Gebühr and André Michaud.
- When was The Erl King released?
- The Erl King was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.