The Axe of Wandsbek

★ 8.0(1)19822h 29m

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Director: Horst Königstein
Release date: 1982-08-16
Runtime: 2h 29m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: NDR

About The Axe of Wandsbek

The Axe of Wandsbek is a 1982 movie in the TV Movie, Drama and War genres, directed by Horst Königstein, starring Dietmar Mues, Barbara Nüsse and Ulrich Matschoss. It has a runtime of 2 hours 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Axe of Wandsbek in Thailand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

1934, Hamburg. Adolf Hitler is about to visit the city. Hamburg's executioner falls ill, and is unable to deliver the sentence of four communists who are awaiting capital punishment in jail. Fearing that this would spoil Hitler's visit, SS leader Footh offers a local bankrupt butcher, Albert Teetjen, 2,000 Marks in order to carry out the verdict. The broke Teetjen agrees and follows suit. When his neighbors hear of the execution, they shun him. His wife cannot tolerate her husband's deed and puts an end to her life. Eventually, Teetjen also commits suicide.

Cast

Dietmar Mues

Hans Peter Footh, Reeder

Barbara Nüsse

Annette Koldewey

Ulrich Matschoss

Dr. Koldewey, Gefängnisdirektor

Roland Schäfer

Schlachter Teetjen

Edgar Hoppe

Herr Lehmke

Burghart Klaußner

Laberdan, Wünschelrutengänger

Christa Siems

Doligkeit

Gisela Trowe

Kostümverleiherin

Vera Tschechowa

Fräulein Blüthe

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Axe of Wandsbek in Thailand?+

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How long is The Axe of Wandsbek?+

The Axe of Wandsbek has a runtime of 2 hours 29 minutes (149 minutes).

Who stars in The Axe of Wandsbek?+

The Axe of Wandsbek stars Dietmar Mues, Barbara Nüsse, Ulrich Matschoss, Roland Schäfer and Edgar Hoppe.

When did The Axe of Wandsbek come out?+

The Axe of Wandsbek is a 1982 movie directed by Horst Königstein.

What genre is The Axe of Wandsbek?+

The Axe of Wandsbek is TV Movie, Drama and War film.

Who directed The Axe of Wandsbek?+

The Axe of Wandsbek was directed by Horst Königstein.