Movie

The Captain from Cologne

★ 7.1(4)19561h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Slatan Dudow
Release date: 1956-12-07
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: East Germany
Studio: DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

About The Captain from Cologne

The Captain from Cologne is a 1956 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Slatan Dudow, starring Rolf Ludwig, Erwin Geschonneck and Else Wolz. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Captain from Cologne in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Albert Hauptmann is an out of work waiter in Cologne who is often confused with a former Captain of the Nazi Army. Albert uses this to his advantage and becomes the Director of the Montan Corporation, and a member of the West German Parliament. Herr Karjanke, the real Captain, learns of Albert’s ruse, and wants to claim his "rightful" position in Parliament. But Karjanke cannot come forward until his politicking "Doppelganger" succeeds in passing an amnesty law for war criminals. When Albert is finally brought before a judge on charges of fraud, he learns that this own amnesty law does not apply to him.

Cast

Rolf Ludwig

Albert Hauptmann

Erwin Geschonneck

Hans Karjanke

Else Wolz

Adele Karjanke

Christel Bodenstein

Hannelore Ullrich

Kurt Steingraf

Pferdapfel, Baron v. Kohlen und Stahlbach

Manfred Borges

Max Steinmetz

Ruth Baldor

Frau von Kohlen

Marie-Luise Etzel

Daisy

Johannes Arpe

Dr. Seekatz, Bürgermeister

Hans W. Hamacher

Dr. Brandstätter

Horst Koch

Generalfeldmarschall Kesselmeyer

Herbert Körbs

General Haudorf

Themes & keywords

politics

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Captain from Cologne in Mexico?+

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

Is The Captain from Cologne on Netflix?+

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How long is The Captain from Cologne?+

The Captain from Cologne has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in The Captain from Cologne?+

The Captain from Cologne stars Rolf Ludwig, Erwin Geschonneck, Else Wolz, Christel Bodenstein and Kurt Steingraf.

When did The Captain from Cologne come out?+

The Captain from Cologne is a 1956 movie directed by Slatan Dudow.

What genre is The Captain from Cologne?+

The Captain from Cologne is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed The Captain from Cologne?+

The Captain from Cologne was directed by Slatan Dudow.