Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies
Originally released in 1940. Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies is a drama film. directed by Herbert Maisch.
Starring Horst Caspar, Heinrich George, and Lil Dagover
Synopsis
The young Schiller, whose heart and soul are writing and poetry, is forced into the military academy (the pride and joy of the Duke of Württemberg). Schiller is disgusted by the everyday routine of the military, always back and forth between breeding and drills. Conversation, conflict or even critique are discouraged – the oppression insufferable for the young rebel. Disgusted by the brutality, he writes his drama "The Bandit", which he would later publish anonymously. But following a frank conversation with the Duke, Schiller is dishonored and must leave the land.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 13, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Horst Caspar
as Friedrich Schiller
Heinrich George
as Herzog Karl Eugen
Lil Dagover
as Gräfin Franziska von Hohenheim
Eugen Klöpfer
as Christian Friedrich Daniel Schubart
Paul Henckels
as Hofmarschall von Silberkalb
Friedrich Kayssler
as Vater Schiller
Hannelore Schroth
as Laura Rieger
Paul Dahlke
as Sergeant Riess
Herbert Hübner
as General Rieger
Hans Nielsen
as Eleve Scharffenstein
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Tobis Filmkunst
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies about?
The young Schiller, whose heart and soul are writing and poetry, is forced into the military academy (the pride and joy of the Duke of Württemberg). Schiller is disgusted by the everyday routine o...
Who directed Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies?
Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies was directed by Herbert Maisch.
How long is Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies?
Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies released?
Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies was released on November 13, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies?
The main cast of Friedrich Schiller – Der Triumph eines Genies includes Horst Caspar, Heinrich George, Lil Dagover, Eugen Klöpfer, Paul Henckels.