Oktoberfest
“Genuine and heart-touching”
Synopsis
On the last day of the Munich Oktoberfest, the paths of different people cross: While Birgit questions her marriage to Max, single father Richard is caught in a conflict between his young lover and paternal responsibility - his son, whom he only sees very rarely, has been looking forward to an evening with him; but Richard also needs to talk things out with his young love. Meanwhile, some crazy Italians come to Munich. Alessandro falls in love with a newly married Japanese woman. A traditional showman's family fights against ruin and an embittered young wheelchair user who keeps the officers at the local police station in suspense with hidden threats...
Top Cast
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Barbara Rudnik
Birgit
August Schmölzer
Max
Peter Lohmeyer
Richard Krüger
Samira Bedewitz
Jenny Krüger
Rick Nadler
Mark Krüger
Hildegard Kuhlenberg
Maria Steininger
Anna Brüggemann
Rena Steininger
Christoph Luser
Frank
Arndt Schwering-Sohnrey
Karl Steininger
Gunnar Möller
Edmund
Julia Dietze
Lisa
Mina Tander
Katrin
Philippine Pachl
Sophie
Nahoko Fort-Nishigami
Tamiko
Gen Seto
Takeshi
Marco Basile
Alessandro
Antonio Prisco
Gianni
Alessandro Riceci
Fabrizio
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 16, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Johannes Brunner
- Screenplay & Story
- Johannes Brunner
- Original Score
- Rainer Kühn, Raimund Ritz
- Original Title
- Oktoberfest
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English, German, Italian, Japanese
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Studios
- ARTE, BR, Hager Moss Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Johannes Brunner
Johannes Brunner
Rainer Kühn, Raimund Ritz
Kirsten Hager, Marcus Welke, Eric Moss
Department Leadership Roster
Johannes Brunner
Director
Rainer Kühn
Original Music Composer
Johannes Brunner
Screenplay
Kirsten Hager
Producer
Marcus Welke
Producer
Raimund Ritz
Original Music Composer
Eric Moss
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Oktoberfest.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oktoberfest
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Oktoberfest about?
On the last day of the Munich Oktoberfest, the paths of different people cross: While Birgit questions her marriage to Max, single father Richard is caught in a conflict between his young lover and paternal responsibility - his son, whom he only sees very rarely, has been looking forward to an evening with him; but Richard also needs to talk things out with his young love. Meanwhile, some crazy Italians come to Munich. Alessandro falls in love with a newly married Japanese woman. A traditional showman's family fights against ruin and an embittered young wheelchair user who keeps the officers at the local police station in suspense with hidden threats...
Who directed Oktoberfest?
Oktoberfest was directed by Johannes Brunner.
Who stars in Oktoberfest?
The principal cast of Oktoberfest includes Barbara Rudnik, August Schmölzer, Peter Lohmeyer, Samira Bedewitz, Rick Nadler.
When was Oktoberfest released and how long is it?
Oktoberfest was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Oktoberfest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Oktoberfest was composed by Rainer Kühn, Raimund Ritz.