Der Drachenprinz (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1930, Der Drachenprinz is a fantasy film directed by Richard Teschner, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. While waiting for her prince, a princess waits by the Buddha statue. Lurching from behind it, however, is a fearsome dragon, who kidnaps the princess. While the princess is held by the dragon in its nest, three men each challenge the dragon; The Mandarin, who reads an order to release the princess; a Samurai, who uses bombs and arrows against the dragon; and the Buddha, whose willpower ultimately overwhelms and disenchants the dragon. Based on the puppet play by Richard Teschner.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Der Drachenprinz 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 Der Drachenprinz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Der Drachenprinz tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Der Drachenprinz (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Der Drachenprinz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Der Drachenprinz worth watching?
- Der Drachenprinz holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Der Drachenprinz released?
- Der Drachenprinz was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.