Der Schimmelreiter
Originally released in 1978. Der Schimmelreiter is a drama film. directed by Alfred Weidenmann.
Starring John Phillip Law, Anita Ekström, and Gert Fröbe
Synopsis
After the death of his father, the ambitious farmhand Hauke Haien works his way up to become the successor to the old dyke count, whose daughter Elke he marries. He develops plans for the construction of a new dyke to provide better protection against storm surges, but encounters resistance and inertia from the villagers, who superstitiously suspect him of being in league with the devil. As a heavy storm approaches, he chases towards the floods with his white horse...
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
John Phillip Law
as Deichgraf Hauke Haien
Anita Ekström
as Elke Volkerts
Gert Fröbe
as Tede Volkerts, der alte Deichgraf
Dirk Galuba
as Großknecht bei Peters
Vera Tschechowa
as Vollina Harders
Lina Carstens
as Trin Jans
Richard Lauffen
as Jewe Manners
Reinhard Kolldehoff
as Jess Harders
Werner Hinz
as Amtsmann aus Husum
Volker Bogdan
as Iven Johns
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- ZDF
- Schimmelreiter Albis Film
- Studio Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der Schimmelreiter about?
After the death of his father, the ambitious farmhand Hauke Haien works his way up to become the successor to the old dyke count, whose daughter Elke he marries. He develops plans for the construct...
Who directed Der Schimmelreiter?
Der Schimmelreiter was directed by Alfred Weidenmann.
How long is Der Schimmelreiter?
Der Schimmelreiter has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Der Schimmelreiter released?
Der Schimmelreiter was released on March 29, 1978 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Der Schimmelreiter?
The main cast of Der Schimmelreiter includes John Phillip Law, Anita Ekström, Gert Fröbe, Dirk Galuba, Vera Tschechowa.