Jew Süss
Originally released in 1934. Jew Süss is a drama/history film. directed by Lothar Mendes.
Starring Conrad Veidt, Benita Hume, and Frank Vosper
Synopsis
A historical satire critical of the rising tide of Anti-Semitism in Germany. Based on the novel by Lionel Feuchtwanger, Jew Süss is the story of life in the 18th-century Jewish ghetto of Württemberg. Süss works himself out of the ghetto and into a position of power with the help of an evil duke.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 13, 1934
91 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gaumont-British Picture Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jew Süss about?
A historical satire critical of the rising tide of Anti-Semitism in Germany. Based on the novel by Lionel Feuchtwanger, Jew Süss is the story of life in the 18th-century Jewish ghetto of Württemb...
Who directed Jew Süss?
Jew Süss was directed by Lothar Mendes.
How long is Jew Süss?
Jew Süss has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Jew Süss released?
Jew Süss was released on October 13, 1934 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jew Süss?
The main cast of Jew Süss includes Conrad Veidt, Benita Hume, Frank Vosper, Cedric Hardwicke, Gerald du Maurier.