The Inheritors
Die Siebtelbauern
“The rich get richer... and sometimes the poor get richer too.”
Synopsis
In a small farming valley in Austria in the beginning of the 20th century a tyrannical farmer is found dead, and all the farmhands are relieved to be free of their tyrant. But the farmer was childless, so suddenly they all inherit the farm together. Now conflicts begin, as nobody is the boss and nobody has to obey.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stefan Ruzowitzky
- Screenplay & Story
- Stefan Ruzowitzky
- Original Score
- Erik Satie
- Original Title
- Die Siebtelbauern
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- BR, Dor Film, ORF
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stefan Ruzowitzky
Stefan Ruzowitzky
Erik Satie
Peter von Haller
Britta Nahler
Danny Krausz, Kurt Stocker
Department Leadership Roster
Danny Krausz
Producer
Peter von Haller
Director of Photography
Kurt Stocker
Producer
Stefan Ruzowitzky
Screenplay
Britta Nahler
Editor
Stefan Ruzowitzky
Director
Nicole Fischmüller
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Inheritors
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What is The Inheritors about?
In a small farming valley in Austria in the beginning of the 20th century a tyrannical farmer is found dead, and all the farmhands are relieved to be free of their tyrant. But the farmer was childless, so suddenly they all inherit the farm together. Now conflicts begin, as nobody is the boss and nobody has to obey.
Who directed The Inheritors?
The Inheritors was directed by Stefan Ruzowitzky.
Who stars in The Inheritors?
The principal cast of The Inheritors includes Simon Schwarz, Sophie Rois, Lars Rudolph, Tilo Prückner, Ulrich Wildgruber.
When was The Inheritors released and how long is it?
The Inheritors was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Inheritors?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Inheritors was composed by Erik Satie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Inheritors?
The Inheritors holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).