Movie

Gods of the Plague

★ 5.6(31)19701h 31m

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Good to know

Director: Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Release date: 1970-07-24
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Antiteater-X-Film

About Gods of the Plague

Gods of the Plague is a 1970 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, starring Harry Baer, Hanna Schygulla and Margarethe von Trotta. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.6/10 from 31 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Gods of the Plague in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After his release from prison, ex-convict Franz Walsch finds his way back into the Munich criminal underworld. His attentions focus upon two women, Joanna and Margarethe, as well as upon Günther, his friend who earlier shot his brother.

Cast

Harry Baer

Franz

Hanna Schygulla

Joanna

Margarethe von Trotta

Margarethe

Carla Egerer

Carla

Ingrid Caven

Magdalene Fuller

Lilith Ungerer

Mädchen im ersten Café

Irm Hermann

Barkeeper

Rainer Werner Fassbinder

Pornokunde

Yaak Karsunke

Kommissar

Micha Cochina

Joe

Lilo Pempeit

Mutter

Marian Seidowsky

Marian

Themes & keywords

release from prisonex-detaineenightclubbank robberynightclub owner

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Gods of the Plague in New Zealand?+

Gods of the Plague is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Gods of the Plague on Netflix?+

Gods of the Plague is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Gods of the Plague?+

Gods of the Plague has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in Gods of the Plague?+

Gods of the Plague stars Harry Baer, Hanna Schygulla, Margarethe von Trotta, Carla Egerer and Ingrid Caven.

When did Gods of the Plague come out?+

Gods of the Plague is a 1970 movie directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

What genre is Gods of the Plague?+

Gods of the Plague is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed Gods of the Plague?+

Gods of the Plague was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.