Gods of the Plague
Götter der Pest
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.
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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
Jan George
Inspektor
Katrin Schaake
Wirtin im zweiten Café
Günther Kaufmann
Günter
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 9, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Screenplay & Story
- Rainer Werner Fassbinder
- Original Score
- Peer Raben
- Original Title
- Götter der Pest
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Antiteater-X-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Peer Raben
Dietrich Lohmann
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Michael Fengler
Department Leadership Roster
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Editor
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Director
Kurt Raab
Production Design
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Screenplay
Peer Raben
Original Music Composer
Dietrich Lohmann
Director of Photography
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Producer
Michael Fengler
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gods of the Plague
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gods of the Plague about?
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.
Who directed Gods of the Plague?
Gods of the Plague was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Who stars in Gods of the Plague?
The principal cast of Gods of the Plague includes Harry Baer, Hanna Schygulla, Margarethe von Trotta, Carla Egerer, Ingrid Caven.
When was Gods of the Plague released and how long is it?
Gods of the Plague was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Gods of the Plague?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gods of the Plague was composed by Peer Raben.