Wie einst im Mai
Originally released in 1961. Wie einst im Mai is a music/romance film. directed by Thomas Engel. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Peer Schmidt, Liane Croon, and Helmut Weiss
Synopsis
1838: Fritz Jüterbog and Ottilie von Henkeshofen love each other, but the difference in status is too great for Ottilie's parents to give their consent to a marriage. And so, Fritz sets off for America and returns from there 20 years later as a made man to ask for Ottilie's hand in marriage again. In the meantime, however, Ottilie - believing that Fritz had long since forgotten her - is married in a manner befitting her status, but very unhappily. Fritz, who is highly successful as an entrepreneur, is elevated to hereditary nobility because of his great services to the fatherland. It is too late for a union with Ottilie, but despite the years that pass, the two cannot forget their love. 75 years later, Fritz and Ottilie have died in the meantime, their grandchildren Fred and Tilla meet and fall in love.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Peer Schmidt
as Fritz Jüterbog
Liane Croon
as Ottilie v. Henkeshofen
Helmut Weiss
as Stani v. Methusalem
Gunnar Möller
as Cicero von Henkeshofen
Brigitte Mira
as Mechthilde von Kiefernspeck
Ulla Moritz
as Mabel Schumann
Wolfgang Kühne
as Major a.D. v. Henkeshofen
Rolf Weih
as Pergamenter
Maria Litto
as Angostura
Anette Grau
as Juliette
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Sender Freies Berlin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wie einst im Mai about?
1838: Fritz Jüterbog and Ottilie von Henkeshofen love each other, but the difference in status is too great for Ottilie's parents to give their consent to a marriage. And so, Fritz sets off for Am...
Who directed Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai was directed by Thomas Engel.
How long is Wie einst im Mai?
Wie einst im Mai has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Wie einst im Mai released?
Wie einst im Mai was released on April 30, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Wie einst im Mai?
The main cast of Wie einst im Mai includes Peer Schmidt, Liane Croon, Helmut Weiss, Gunnar Möller, Brigitte Mira.