Der Blaufuchs
Synopsis
Ilona, the bored wife of an easily distracted professor, falls in love with his friend Tibor, a world-traveler and ladykiller. Although she pursues him, he declines to take advantage of the situation, because she's married to his best friend. Only after her husband shows an interest in a co-worker is it possible for a happy ending to take place for the two new couples.
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Zarah Leander
Ilona Paulus
Willy Birgel
Tabor Vary
Paul Hörbiger
Stephan Paulus
Jane Tilden
Lisi
Karl Schönböck
Trill
Rudolf Platte
Bela
Eduard Wenck
Ürem, Bahnwärter
Edith Meinhard
Tilla
Erich Dunskus
Tankstellenwart
Olga Engl
Ilonas Tante Margit
Antonie Jaeckel
Die Frau Rektor
Gertrud de Lalsky
Professorengattin
Franz von Bokay
Josy
Lothar Geist
Tankstellenlehrling
Max Hiller
Ungarischer Bauer am Bahnhof
Eva Klein-Donath
Professorengattin
Ingolf Kuntze
Direktor des Trocadero
Majan Lex
Anuschka
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Viktor Tourjansky
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Georg Külb, Ferenc Herczeg
- Original Score
- Lothar Brühne
- Original Title
- Der Blaufuchs
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- UFA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Viktor Tourjansky
Karl Georg Külb, Ferenc Herczeg
Lothar Brühne
Franz Weihmayr
Walter Fredersdorf
Department Leadership Roster
Viktor Tourjansky
Director
Karl Georg Külb
Writer
Ferenc Herczeg
Writer
Walter Fredersdorf
Editor
Franz Weihmayr
Director of Photography
Lothar Brühne
Original Music Composer
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 Der Blaufuchs
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Der Blaufuchs about?
Ilona, the bored wife of an easily distracted professor, falls in love with his friend Tibor, a world-traveler and ladykiller. Although she pursues him, he declines to take advantage of the situation, because she's married to his best friend. Only after her husband shows an interest in a co-worker is it possible for a happy ending to take place for the two new couples.
Who directed Der Blaufuchs?
Der Blaufuchs was directed by Viktor Tourjansky.
Who stars in Der Blaufuchs?
The principal cast of Der Blaufuchs includes Zarah Leander, Willy Birgel, Paul Hörbiger, Jane Tilden, Karl Schönböck.
When was Der Blaufuchs released and how long is it?
Der Blaufuchs was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Der Blaufuchs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Der Blaufuchs was composed by Lothar Brühne.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Der Blaufuchs?
Der Blaufuchs holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).