The Fourth Reich (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1990, The Fourth Reich is a drama film directed by Manie van Rensburg, running about 183 minutes.
What it’s about. Robey Leibbrandt was a South African boxer who became fascinated with Nazi ideology during the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin. In1939 he led an operation to overthrow the pro-Allied government of General Jan Smuts.
Who’s in it. The Fourth Reich stars Marius Weyers as Jan Taillard, Ryno Hattingh as Robey Leibbrandt, Grethe Fox as Erna Dorfman and Percy Sieff as Louis Esselen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Fourth Reich 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 Fourth Reich page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fourth Reich tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fourth Reich (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fourth Reich change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fourth Reich worth watching?
- The Fourth Reich holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fourth Reich?
- The Fourth Reich stars Marius Weyers, Ryno Hattingh, Grethe Fox, Percy Sieff and Elize Cawood.
- When was The Fourth Reich released?
- The Fourth Reich was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 183 minutes.
