The Ancestress (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film
Released in 1971, The Ancestress is a tv movie film directed by Peer Raben, running about 85 minutes.
Who’s in it. The Ancestress stars Rudolf Lenz as der Graf, Margit Carstensen as Berta, Rainer Werner Fassbinder as Jaromir and Wolfgang Kieling as Boleslav, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ancestress page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ancestress tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United HeroeZ, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Steven Universe: The Movie and Twin Peaks.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ancestress (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ancestress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Ancestress?
- The Ancestress stars Rudolf Lenz, Margit Carstensen, Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Wolfgang Kieling and Kurt Raab.
- When was The Ancestress released?
- The Ancestress was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.