Liebelei (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1933, Liebelei is a drama and romance film directed by Max Ophüls, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. Vienna in the beginning of the twentieth century. Cavalry Lieutenant Fritz Lobheimer is about to end his affair with Baroness Eggerdorff when he meets the young Christine, the daughter of an opera violinist. Baron Eggerdorff however soon hears of his past misfortune...

Who’s in it. Liebelei stars Paul Hörbiger as Der alte Weyring - Kammermusiker, Magda Schneider as Christine Weyring - seine Tochter, Luise Ullrich as Mizzi Schlager and Gustaf Gründgens as Baron v. Eggersdorff, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Liebelei 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 Liebelei page.

If you liked it. Fans of Liebelei tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Liebelei (1933)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Liebelei change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Liebelei worth watching?
Liebelei holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Liebelei?
Liebelei stars Paul Hörbiger, Magda Schneider, Luise Ullrich, Gustaf Gründgens and Olga Tschechowa.
When was Liebelei released?
Liebelei was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.