The Tango Player (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, The Tango Player is a drama film directed by Roland Gräf, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Winter 1968. Historian Dr. Dallow is released from prison. He is still trying to cope with and understand why he was put behind bars for 21 months for defamation of the state. His supposed "crime:" for five minutes he accompanied a cabaret chanson on the piano. The film shows what "ordinary socialism" was like, letting the audience feel the threat under which the people in the GDR had to live over many years.
Who’s in it. The Tango Player stars Michael Gwisdek as Hans-Peter Dallow, Corinna Harfouch as Elke, Hermann Beyer as Dr. Berger and Peter Prager as Roessler, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tango Player page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tango Player tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tango Player (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tango Player change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Tango Player?
- The Tango Player stars Michael Gwisdek, Corinna Harfouch, Hermann Beyer, Peter Prager and Peter Sodann.
- When was The Tango Player released?
- The Tango Player was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.