The Trapp Family (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1956, The Trapp Family is a comedy, drama, family and romance film directed by Wolfgang Liebeneiner, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. "The Trapp Family" is a true story based on the popular novel by the Baroness Von Trapp of Austria. The film was made in 1961, a few years before the other film based on the Trapp Family's life was released - a little movie named "The Sound of Music".
Who’s in it. The Trapp Family stars Ruth Leuwerik as Baronin Maria von Trapp, Hans Holt as Baron von Trapp, Maria Holst as Prinzessin Yvonne and Josef Meinrad as Dr. Wasner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Trapp Family 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 Trapp Family page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trapp Family tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trapp Family (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Trapp Family change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Trapp Family worth watching?
- The Trapp Family holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, family and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Trapp Family?
- The Trapp Family stars Ruth Leuwerik, Hans Holt, Maria Holst, Josef Meinrad and Hilde von Stolz.
- When was The Trapp Family released?
- The Trapp Family was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.