The Last Illusion (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1949, The Last Illusion is a drama film directed by Josef von Báky, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Professor Mauthner, after many years of exile (having emigrated in 1933 to the USA), returns to Germany in 1948. He can in fact return to his teaching post, but the rejection and petty intrigues of his reactionary colleagues and students make his work almost unbearable.
Who’s in it. The Last Illusion stars Fritz Kortner as Professor Mauthner, Johanna Hofer as Lina, Lina Carstens as Emma and Rosemary Murphy as Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Last Illusion 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 Last Illusion page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Illusion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Illusion (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Illusion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Illusion worth watching?
- The Last Illusion holds an audience score of 6.3 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 Last Illusion?
- The Last Illusion stars Fritz Kortner, Johanna Hofer, Lina Carstens, Rosemary Murphy and William Sinnigen.