Fridericus (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1937, Fridericus is a history film directed by Johannes Meyer, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. In 18th century Europe, King Friedrich II of Prussia leads his army through the seven-years-war with neighboring states, and after numerous near defeats, eventually brings a victorious army back to Berlin.
Who’s in it. Fridericus stars Otto Gebühr as Friedrich II. von Preußen, Hilde Körber as Wilhelmine von Bayreuth, Lil Dagover as Marquise de Pompadour and Käthe Haack as Maria Theresia von Österreich, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Fridericus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fridericus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fridericus tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fridericus (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fridericus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fridericus worth watching?
- Fridericus holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fridericus?
- Fridericus stars Otto Gebühr, Hilde Körber, Lil Dagover, Käthe Haack and Bernhard Minetti.
- When was Fridericus released?
- Fridericus was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.