Ludwig II (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1955, Ludwig II is a drama and history film directed by Helmut Käutner, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Life and death of King Ludwig II of Bavaria.
Who’s in it. Ludwig II stars O.W. Fischer as Ludwig II, Ruth Leuwerik as Empress Elisabeth von Österreich, Marianne Koch as Princess Sophie and Paul Bildt as Richard Wagner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ludwig II 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 Ludwig II page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ludwig II tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ludwig II (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ludwig II change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ludwig II worth watching?
- Ludwig II 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 Ludwig II?
- Ludwig II stars O.W. Fischer, Ruth Leuwerik, Marianne Koch, Paul Bildt and Klaus Kinski.