Lili Marleen movie poster

Lili Marleen

January 14, 1981 2h 0m 6.4/10 (87 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Lili Marleen is a drama/war film. directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Hanna Schygulla, Giancarlo Giannini, and Mel Ferrer

Synopsis

The story of a German singer named Willie, who while working in Switzerland, falls in love with a Jewish composer named Robert, whose family is helping people to flee from the Nazis. Robert’s family is skeptical of Willie, thinking she could be a Nazi as she becomes famous for singing the song “Lili Marleen”.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 14, 1981 45 years ago
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Runtime 2h 0m 120 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (87 votes)
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Box Office $8.1K Worldwide gross
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE
Revenue
$8,144

Production Companies

  • Rialto Films
  • Roxy Film
  • CIP Filmproduktion GmbH
  • BR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lili Marleen about?

The story of a German singer named Willie, who while working in Switzerland, falls in love with a Jewish composer named Robert, whose family is helping people to flee from the Nazis. Robert’s fam...

Who directed Lili Marleen?

Lili Marleen was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

How long is Lili Marleen?

Lili Marleen has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).

When was Lili Marleen released?

Lili Marleen was released on January 14, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Lili Marleen?

The main cast of Lili Marleen includes Hanna Schygulla, Giancarlo Giannini, Mel Ferrer, Karl-Heinz von Hassel, Erik Schumann.