The Ice Princess movie poster

The Ice Princess

December 12, 1996 1h 0m 4.7/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1996. The Ice Princess is a fantasy/drama film. directed by Danny Huston. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Katarina Witt, Christopher Barker, and Hans-Peter Minetti

Synopsis

This is another variation of the Cinderella story: the bright and beautiful Ella lives in the household of a lord since her mother died. She's unhappy because the lord's daughters treat her like their servant. The country is in problems, because the prince is a dreamer and doesn't realize that his chancellor abuses his power. When the day nears the prince is forced by law to find a wife, a celebration on a frozen lake is arranged. Ella manages to skate on the lake for him too, hiding her identity. The prince falls in love with her, so he tries to find her. His chancellor attempts to hinder them, since he knows about Ella's critical thoughts.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 12, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
User Rating 4.7/10 Mixed (3 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Patrola Film
  • UFA Fernsehproduktion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Ice Princess about?

This is another variation of the Cinderella story: the bright and beautiful Ella lives in the household of a lord since her mother died. She's unhappy because the lord's daughters treat her like th...

Who directed The Ice Princess?

The Ice Princess was directed by Danny Huston.

How long is The Ice Princess?

The Ice Princess has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was The Ice Princess released?

The Ice Princess was released on December 12, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Ice Princess?

The main cast of The Ice Princess includes Katarina Witt, Christopher Barker, Hans-Peter Minetti, Ivan Desny, Hans Heinz Moser.