Don Carlos
Originally released in 1961. Don Carlos is a drama film. directed by Alfred Stöger.
Starring Ewald Balser, Walther Reyer, and Aglaja Schmid
Synopsis
Crown Prince Don Carlos reunites with reformer Marquis Posa, who urges him to govern Flanders and broker peace. Carlos confesses forbidden love for his stepmother, Queen Elisabeth, who bids him serve Spain instead. Intrigue by the jealous Princess Eboli and Duke of Alba convinces King Philip II of betrayal. Posa sacrifices himself to save Carlos, but the king ultimately imprisons his son and hands him over to the Inquisition.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Ewald Balser
as Philipp II.
Walther Reyer
as Don Carlos
Aglaja Schmid
as Elisabeth von Valois
Fred Liewehr
as Marquis von Posa
Judith Holzmeister
as Prinzessin von Eboli
Stefan Skodler
as Herzog von Alba
Vera Balser-Eberle
as Herzogin von Olivarez
Beatrix Degenschild
as Marquise von Mondekar
Eduard Volters
as Graf von Lerma
Fred Hennings
as Herzog von Medina
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Burgtheater Wien
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Carlos about?
Crown Prince Don Carlos reunites with reformer Marquis Posa, who urges him to govern Flanders and broker peace. Carlos confesses forbidden love for his stepmother, Queen Elisabeth, who bids him ser...
Who directed Don Carlos?
Don Carlos was directed by Alfred Stöger.
When was Don Carlos released?
Don Carlos was released on September 8, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Don Carlos?
The main cast of Don Carlos includes Ewald Balser, Walther Reyer, Aglaja Schmid, Fred Liewehr, Judith Holzmeister.