08/15
Synopsis
Life in the barracks, drill, harassment, and private Asch′s pranks are the ingredients of Hans Hellmut Kirst′s successful novel "08/15" (the number of an Army regulation). Shortly before the outbreak of World War II: Private Asch and gunner Vierbein belong to the same unit but could not be more contrary. The instructors use every opportunity to bully the clumsy Vierbein with erratic corporal Platzek leading the way. The harassment starts with minor extra duties but soon the methods become more and more brutal. Finally, Asch comes to Vierbein′s help and takes on his superiors. Joachim Fuchsberger stars in his first major role.
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08/15 (1954) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-06-10
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Joachim Fuchsberger
Gefreiter Asch
Helen Vita
Lore Schulz
Paul Bösiger
Kanonier Vierbein
Emmerich Schrenk
Hauptwachtmeister Schulz
Eva Ingeborg Scholz
Elisabeth Asch-Freitag
Gundula Korte
Ingrid Asch
Hans Christian Blech
Wachtmeister Platzek
Wilfried Seyferth
Major Luschke
Mario Adorf
Wagner
Peter Carsten
Stabsgefreiter Kowalski
Reinhard Glemnitz
Unteroffizier Lindenberg
Wolfgang Wahl
Unteroffizier Schwitzke
Hans Elwenspoek
Harry Hardt
Herbert Kroll
Rainer Penkert
Rudolf Rhomberg
Dietrich Thoms
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul May
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul May, Ernst von Salomon, Claus Hardt, Hans Hellmut Kirst
- Original Score
- Rolf A. Wilhelm
- Original Title
- 08/15
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Divina-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul May
Paul May, Ernst von Salomon, Claus Hardt, Hans Hellmut Kirst
Rolf A. Wilhelm
Heinz Hölscher
Arnfried Heyne, Walter Boos
Ilse Kubaschewski, Walter Traut
Department Leadership Roster
Paul May
Director
Arnfried Heyne
Editor
Walter Boos
Editor
Paul May
Writer
Ernst von Salomon
Writer
Ilse Kubaschewski
Producer
Claus Hardt
Writer
Walter Traut
Producer
Rolf A. Wilhelm
Original Music Composer
Heinz Hölscher
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 08/15
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What is 08/15 about?
Life in the barracks, drill, harassment, and private Asch′s pranks are the ingredients of Hans Hellmut Kirst′s successful novel "08/15" (the number of an Army regulation). Shortly before the outbreak of World War II: Private Asch and gunner Vierbein belong to the same unit but could not be more contrary. The instructors use every opportunity to bully the clumsy Vierbein with erratic corporal Platzek leading the way. The harassment starts with minor extra duties but soon the methods become more and more brutal. Finally, Asch comes to Vierbein′s help and takes on his superiors. Joachim Fuchsberger stars in his first major role.
Who directed 08/15?
08/15 was directed by Paul May.
Who stars in 08/15?
The principal cast of 08/15 includes Joachim Fuchsberger, Helen Vita, Paul Bösiger, Emmerich Schrenk, Eva Ingeborg Scholz.
When was 08/15 released and how long is it?
08/15 was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for 08/15?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 08/15 was composed by Rolf A. Wilhelm.
Is 08/15 based on a book or true story?
08/15 is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hans Hellmut Kirst".
What is the age rating and content advisory for 08/15?
08/15 holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).