Hour of the Wolf
Vargtimmen
“The hour of the wolf is the hour between night and dawn. It is the hour when most people die, when sleep is the deepest, when nightmares feel most real.”
Synopsis
While vacationing on a remote German island with his younger pregnant wife, an artist has an emotional breakdown while confronting his repressed desires.
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"Hour of the Wolf" Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2006-09-02
Top Cast
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Max von Sydow
Johan Borg
Liv Ullmann
Alma Borg
Gertrud Fridh
Corinne von Merkens
Georg Rydeberg
Lindhorst
Erland Josephson
Baron von Merkens
Naima Wifstrand
Old Lady with Hat
Ulf Johansson
Heerbrand
Gudrun Brost
Gamla Fru von Merkens
Bertil Anderberg
Ernst von Merkens
Ingrid Thulin
Veronica Vogler
Agda Helin
Von Merken's Maid (uncredited)
Lenn Hjortzberg
Kreisler (uncredited)
Mikael Rundquist
Boy in Dream (uncredited)
Mona Seilitz
Corpse in Mortuary (uncredited)
Folke Sundquist
Tamino (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 20, 2018
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ingmar Bergman
- Screenplay & Story
- Ingmar Bergman
- Original Score
- Lars Johan Werle
- Original Title
- Vargtimmen
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Norwegian, Swedish
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- SF Studios, Cinematograph AB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ingmar Bergman
Ingmar Bergman
Lars Johan Werle
Sven Nykvist
Ulla Ryghe
Lars-Owe Carlberg
Department Leadership Roster
Ingmar Bergman
Writer
Ingmar Bergman
Director
Lars-Owe Carlberg
Producer
Ulla Ryghe
Editor
Lars Johan Werle
Original Music Composer
Sven Nykvist
Director of Photography
Mago
Costume Design
Marik Vos-Lundh
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hour of the Wolf
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What is Hour of the Wolf about?
While vacationing on a remote German island with his younger pregnant wife, an artist has an emotional breakdown while confronting his repressed desires.
Who directed Hour of the Wolf?
Hour of the Wolf was directed by Ingmar Bergman.
Who stars in Hour of the Wolf?
The principal cast of Hour of the Wolf includes Max von Sydow, Liv Ullmann, Gertrud Fridh, Georg Rydeberg, Erland Josephson.
When was Hour of the Wolf released and how long is it?
Hour of the Wolf was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Hour of the Wolf?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hour of the Wolf was composed by Lars Johan Werle.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hour of the Wolf?
Hour of the Wolf holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).