The Bridge (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1949, The Bridge is a drama film directed by Arthur Pohl, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the directorial debut of Artur Pohl and tells the story of war refugees as they try to settle in a small town in Germany.
Who’s in it. The Bridge stars Karl Hellmer as Michaelis, Arno Paulsen as Herr Reinhardt, Fritz Wagner as Martin Reinhardt and Ilse Steppat as Therese Sander, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Bridge has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bridge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bridge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bridge (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bridge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bridge worth watching?
- The Bridge holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Bridge?
- The Bridge stars Karl Hellmer, Arno Paulsen, Fritz Wagner, Ilse Steppat and Steffie Spira.
- When was The Bridge released?
- The Bridge was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.