The Rothschilds (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1940, The Rothschilds is a drama film directed by Erich Waschneck, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Biopic about the Rothschilds, a Jewish family whose members rose to the top of the European banking community during the Napoleonic era.
Who’s in it. The Rothschilds stars Erich Ponto as Mayer Amschel Rothschild, Carl Kuhlmann as Nathan Mayer Rothschild, Albert Lippert as James Rothschild and Hans Stiebner as Bronstein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Rothschilds 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 Rothschilds page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rothschilds tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rothschilds (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rothschilds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rothschilds worth watching?
- The Rothschilds 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 Rothschilds?
- The Rothschilds stars Erich Ponto, Carl Kuhlmann, Albert Lippert, Hans Stiebner and Herbert Hübner.
- When was The Rothschilds released?
- The Rothschilds was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.