Series

Karl May

19771h 31m1 season

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Good to know

Creator: Hans-Jürgen Syberberg
Release date: 1977-01-10
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: German
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 2
Network: ZDF
Status: Ended
Country: Germany
Studio: TMS Film GmbH

About Karl May

Karl May is a 1977 web series in the Drama genre, created by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg, starring Helmut Käutner, Käthe Gold and Kristina Söderbaum. It spans 1 season and 2 episodes, and originally aired on ZDF. Below you can see where to watch Karl May in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The last ten years in Karl May’s life. A man fighting for his work, which lets him become an iconic figure of his time.

Seasons (1)

Miniseries2 eps · 1977

Cast

Helmut Käutner

Karl May

Käthe Gold

Klara May

Kristina Söderbaum

Emma May

Rainer von Artenfels

Adolf Hitler

Mady Rahl

Pauline Münchmeyer

Erwin Faber

Napoleon Krügel

Rudolf Fernau

Bredereck

Attila Hörbiger

Max Dittrich

Leon Askin

Klotz-Sello

Willy Trenk-Trebitsch

Rodolf Lebius

Marquard Bohm

Überhorst

Wolfgang Büttner

Ehrecke von Moabit

Themes & keywords

world war iinaziperiod dramathird reich (iii reich 1933-45)historical dramafictional biography1920s1940s19th centurycult of personality1910s1930s1900sadolf hitler20th century

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Karl May in Italy?+

Karl May is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Italy. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Karl May on Netflix?+

Karl May is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How many seasons of Karl May are there?+

Karl May has 1 season and 2 episodes in total.

Who stars in Karl May?+

Karl May stars Helmut Käutner, Käthe Gold, Kristina Söderbaum, Rainer von Artenfels and Mady Rahl.

When did Karl May come out?+

Karl May is a 1977 web series created by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg.

What genre is Karl May?+

Karl May is Drama series.

Who created Karl May?+

Karl May was created by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg.