Movie

Martha

“A bond marked by fear!”

★ 7.0(69)19741h 56m

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Good to know

Director: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Release date: 1974-05-28
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Pro-ject Filmproduktion

About Martha

Martha is a 1974 movie in the TV Movie, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, starring Margit Carstensen, Karlheinz Böhm and Barbara Valentin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 69 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Martha in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha finds herself caught up in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with a monstrous husband whom she begins to suspect may be trying to murder her.

Cast

Margit Carstensen

Martha

Karlheinz Böhm

Helmut

Barbara Valentin

Marianne

Peter Chatel

Kaiser

Gisela Fackeldey

Mother Heyer

Adrian Hoven

Father Heyer

Ortrud Beginnen

Erna

Wolfgang Schenck

Meister

Günter Lamprecht

Dr. Salomon

El Hedi ben Salem

Hotel Guest

Rudolf Lenz

Porter

Kurt Raab

Secretary

Themes & keywords

husband wife relationshipneglect of one's spousemarriagesexismsadomasochismwheelchair user spanish steps

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Martha in Mexico?+

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

Is Martha on Netflix?+

Martha is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Martha?+

Martha has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in Martha?+

Martha stars Margit Carstensen, Karlheinz Böhm, Barbara Valentin, Peter Chatel and Gisela Fackeldey.

When did Martha come out?+

Martha is a 1974 movie directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

What genre is Martha?+

Martha is TV Movie, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Martha?+

Martha was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.