Movie

Isabel on the Stairs

★ 6.2(9)19841h 8m

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Good to know

Director: Hannelore Unterberg
Release date: 1984-09-07
Runtime: 1h 8m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: East Germany
Studio: DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

About Isabel on the Stairs

Isabel on the Stairs is a 1984 movie in the Drama and Family genres, directed by Hannelore Unterberg, starring Irina Gallardo, Mario Krüger and Teresa Polle. It has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Isabel on the Stairs in Israel — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Twelve-year-old Isabel and her mother, who was a famous political singer, had to escape Chile after the 1973 military coup. Isabel’s father stayed behind fighting in the underground. For six years, they have lived in a new apartment building in East Berlin. At first, the neighbors made an effort to welcome them, but later became more distant. Isabel does not feel at home in the strange country. Not even her friendship to Philip, the neighbors’ son, can change her mind. Almost every day, Isabel sits on the stairs waiting for a letter from her father, from whom she has not heard for many years.

Cast

Irina Gallardo

Isabel

Mario Krüger

Philipp

Teresa Polle

Rosita Perez

Jenny Gröllmann

Margot Kunze

Jaecki Schwarz

Dieter Kunze

Barbara Dittus

Stellv. Direktorin

Horst Hiemer

Opa Kunze

Ruth Kommerell

Frau Flickenschildt

Eva Schäfer

Ilse Bastubbe

Rolf Staude

Ilse Voigt

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Isabel on the Stairs in Israel?+

Isabel on the Stairs is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Israel. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Isabel on the Stairs on Netflix?+

Isabel on the Stairs is not on Netflix in Israel right now.

How long is Isabel on the Stairs?+

Isabel on the Stairs has a runtime of 1 hour 8 minutes (68 minutes).

Who stars in Isabel on the Stairs?+

Isabel on the Stairs stars Irina Gallardo, Mario Krüger, Teresa Polle, Jenny Gröllmann and Jaecki Schwarz.

When did Isabel on the Stairs come out?+

Isabel on the Stairs is a 1984 movie directed by Hannelore Unterberg.

What genre is Isabel on the Stairs?+

Isabel on the Stairs is Drama and Family film.

Who directed Isabel on the Stairs?+

Isabel on the Stairs was directed by Hannelore Unterberg.