The Frog Prince
Originally released in 1988. The Frog Prince is a fantasy/family film. directed by Walter Beck. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jana Mattukat, Jens-Uwe Bogadtke, and Peter Sodann
Synopsis
Henriette is a princess; she is playing with her ball, but drops it into a well. A talking frog replaces it with a golden ball, on condition that he can eat and drink with her, and rest in her bed. She accepts, but then is repelled at the thought of the frog eating and drinking with her, etc., but her Father makes her do so. In her bedroom, the frog turns into a handsome prince, and she falls in love with him, but he leaves immediately because of her broken promises. She pines and eventually seeks him out, braving various tests of her truthfulness in the process.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 26, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (16 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Frog Prince about?
Henriette is a princess; she is playing with her ball, but drops it into a well. A talking frog replaces it with a golden ball, on condition that he can eat and drink with her, and rest in her bed....
Who directed The Frog Prince?
The Frog Prince was directed by Walter Beck.
How long is The Frog Prince?
The Frog Prince has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was The Frog Prince released?
The Frog Prince was released on June 26, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Frog Prince?
The main cast of The Frog Prince includes Jana Mattukat, Jens-Uwe Bogadtke, Peter Sodann, Franziska Glöss-Ebermann, Susanne Lüning.