Donaumelodien (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film · ★ 9

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Released in 1936, Donaumelodien is a music and romance film directed by Willy Reiber, running about 86 minutes.

What it’s about. Stefan is the son of the owner of a Bavarian steamship concern, which plies the Danube. During a trip to Budapest, he falls in love with the beautiful Etelka, who, unbeknownst to Stefan, is the daughter of his father's Hungarian competitor. By chance, they lose sight of each other; but as Stefan's father enters into negotiations with Etelka's father about a merger of the two companies, the children find each other once again.

Who’s in it. Donaumelodien stars Joe Stöckel as Jakob Schaffleitner, Wolfgang Liebeneiner as Stefan Schaffleitner - sein Sohn, Georg Alexander as Vary Ferenc and Maria Andergast as Etelka Vary - seine Tochter, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Donaumelodien sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Donaumelodien tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Donaumelodien (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Donaumelodien change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Donaumelodien worth watching?
Donaumelodien holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Donaumelodien?
Donaumelodien stars Joe Stöckel, Wolfgang Liebeneiner, Georg Alexander, Maria Andergast and Oscar Sabo.
When was Donaumelodien released?
Donaumelodien was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.