Burg Theatre (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1936, Burg Theatre is a drama film directed by Willi Forst, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. In this convoluted melodrama, an elderly thespian falls for a rising young starlet. He admits his love for her and then announces that he will retire. The young woman pretends she loves him too, but her real motive is to give her struggling lover, also an aspiring actor, a break.
Who’s in it. Burg Theatre stars Werner Krauß as Friedrich Mitterer, Hortense Raky as Leni Schindler, Olga Tschechowa as Baroness Seebach and Hans Moser as Souffleur Sedlmayer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Burg Theatre has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Burg Theatre page.
If you liked it. Fans of Burg Theatre tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Burg Theatre (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Burg Theatre change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Burg Theatre worth watching?
- Burg Theatre holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Burg Theatre?
- Burg Theatre stars Werner Krauß, Hortense Raky, Olga Tschechowa, Hans Moser and Karl Günther.
- When was Burg Theatre released?
- Burg Theatre was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.