Nathan der Weise (1922): cast, story & where to watch
1922 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1922, Nathan der Weise is a drama and history film directed by Manfred Noa, running about 128 minutes.
What it’s about. Silent movie adaptation of Lessing's play. Set in Jerusalem during the Third Crusade, it describes how the wise Jewish merchant Nathan, the enlightened sultan Saladin and the (initially anonymous) Templar bridge their gaps between Judaism, Islam and Christianity.
Who’s in it. Nathan der Weise stars Fritz Greiner as Sultan Saladin, Carl de Vogt as Assad von Filneck, Lia Eibenschütz as Sittah and Werner Krauß as Nathan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Nathan der Weise 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 Nathan der Weise page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nathan der Weise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nathan der Weise (1922)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nathan der Weise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nathan der Weise worth watching?
- Nathan der Weise holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Nathan der Weise?
- Nathan der Weise stars Fritz Greiner, Carl de Vogt, Lia Eibenschütz, Werner Krauß and Margarete Kupfer.
- When was Nathan der Weise released?
- Nathan der Weise was released in 1922, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.