FeatureDrama

William of Orange (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film

William of Orange poster

Released in 1934, William of Orange is a drama film directed by Jan Teunissen, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. The first 'official' Dutch sound film was presented as a historic document on the history of the Netherlands, highlighting the importance of prince William of Orange's role during the Eighty Years war. His story is told in a series of short episodes, spanning his sudden rise to prince of Orange in 1844 to his murder by Balthasar Gerards in 1584.

Who’s in it. William of Orange stars Cor Van der Lugt Melsert as Prins van Oranje, Louise Kooiman as Juliana van Stolberg, Willy Haak as Louise de Coligny and Cor Hermus as Karel V, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch William of Orange page.

If you liked it. Fans of William of Orange tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch William of Orange (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for William of Orange change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in William of Orange?
William of Orange stars Cor Van der Lugt Melsert, Louise Kooiman, Willy Haak, Cor Hermus and Cruys Voorbergh.
When was William of Orange released?
William of Orange was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.