Movie

The Atlantic Swimmers

★ 8.0(2)19761h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Herbert Achternbusch
Release date: 1976-02-27
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: Herbert Achternbusch Filmproduktion

About The Atlantic Swimmers

The Atlantic Swimmers is a 1976 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Herbert Achternbusch, starring Herbert Achternbusch, Josef Bierbichler and Margarethe von Trotta. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Atlantic Swimmers in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Munich Heinz and Herbert wants to escape the torturous confines of their home by swimming across the Atlantic.

Cast

Herbert Achternbusch

Herbert

Josef Bierbichler

Sepp

Margarethe von Trotta

Schwimmlehrerin

Kurt Raab

Polizist

Alois Hitzenbichler

Ingrid Gailhofer

Barbara Gass

Gunter Freyse

Heinz Braun

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Atlantic Swimmers in South Africa?+

The Atlantic Swimmers is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Atlantic Swimmers on Netflix?+

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How long is The Atlantic Swimmers?+

The Atlantic Swimmers has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in The Atlantic Swimmers?+

The Atlantic Swimmers stars Herbert Achternbusch, Josef Bierbichler, Margarethe von Trotta, Kurt Raab and Alois Hitzenbichler.

When did The Atlantic Swimmers come out?+

The Atlantic Swimmers is a 1976 movie directed by Herbert Achternbusch.

What genre is The Atlantic Swimmers?+

The Atlantic Swimmers is Drama film.

Who directed The Atlantic Swimmers?+

The Atlantic Swimmers was directed by Herbert Achternbusch.