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The Black Galley

July 9, 1962 1h 39m

Originally released in 1962. The Black Galley is a history/drama film. directed by Martin Hellberg.

Starring Dietrich Körner, Gerry Wolff, and Gerhard Rachold

Synopsis

Antwerp at the end of the 16th century. For the second time, the city falls into the hands of the plundering and murdering Spaniards. Jan and Myga are just ten years old. While Myga's father tries to come to terms with the Spaniards, Jan leaves the occupied country with his father. When Jan has grown into a young man, he joins the Geusen and is entrusted with the best ship as helmsman, the "Black Galley". He survives numerous battles and dangers, but one day he is captured by the Spanish. He frees not only himself but also his beloved Myga from the hands of the enemy. In 1609, the Spaniards are forced to finally recognize the independence of the northern provinces.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 9, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Black Galley about?

Antwerp at the end of the 16th century. For the second time, the city falls into the hands of the plundering and murdering Spaniards. Jan and Myga are just ten years old. While Myga's father tries ...

Who directed The Black Galley?

The Black Galley was directed by Martin Hellberg.

How long is The Black Galley?

The Black Galley has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was The Black Galley released?

The Black Galley was released on July 9, 1962 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Black Galley?

The main cast of The Black Galley includes Dietrich Körner, Gerry Wolff, Gerhard Rachold, Hans-Peter Minetti, Beate Hanspach.