Fanny Elssler
Originally released in 1937. Fanny Elssler is a drama film. directed by Paul Martin. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lilian Harvey, Willy Birgel, and Rolf Moebius
Synopsis
Prince Klemens von Metternich orders Friedrich Gentz, one of his aides, to keep the Duke of Reichstadt---Napoleon Francois Joseph Charles---son of Napoleon and heir to the French throne, from thinking about French politics. Gentz enlists the help of ballerina Fanny Elsser, all the rage in several European capitals, to keep the Duke distracted.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 4, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lilian Harvey
as Fanny Elßler
Willy Birgel
as Hofrat Friedrich Gentz
Rolf Moebius
as Duke of Reichstadt
Paul Hoffmann
as Metternich
Liselotte Schaak
as Therese Elssler - Fannys Schwester
Ernst Karchow
as Dietrichstein
Walter Werner
as The Maestro Foresti
Ernst Sattler
as Kammerdiener Lindner
Hubert von Meyerinck
as Polizeipräfekt
Werner Kepich
as Französischer Revolutionär
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- UFA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fanny Elssler about?
Prince Klemens von Metternich orders Friedrich Gentz, one of his aides, to keep the Duke of Reichstadt---Napoleon Francois Joseph Charles---son of Napoleon and heir to the French throne, from think...
Who directed Fanny Elssler?
Fanny Elssler was directed by Paul Martin.
How long is Fanny Elssler?
Fanny Elssler has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Fanny Elssler released?
Fanny Elssler was released on November 4, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fanny Elssler?
The main cast of Fanny Elssler includes Lilian Harvey, Willy Birgel, Rolf Moebius, Paul Hoffmann, Liselotte Schaak.