Waltz War
Walzerkrieg
Synopsis
The quarrel between the waltz king Joseph Lanner and his still unknown violinist Johann Strauss. It comes to a break. Strauss is engaged in London and has his first successes there. Thanks to the initially unfortunate intervention of Lanner's daughter, a reconciliation is finally achieved.
Top Cast
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Renate Müller
Kati Lanner
Willy Fritsch
Pauker Gustl
Anton Walbrook
Johann Strauß
Paul Hörbiger
Josef Lanner
Theo Lingen
Sir Philipps
Rosy Barsony
Ilonka, Tänzerin
Hanna Waag
Königin Viktoria
Heinz von Cleve
Prinzgemahl Albert
Trude Brionne
Susi, Katis Freundin
Karl Stepanek
Kellner Leopold
Hugo Flink
Gastwirt
Hansjörg Adolfi
Richter
Max Ralph-Ostermann
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ludwig Berger
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Liebmann, Hans Müller
- Original Score
- Alois Melichar, Franz Grothe
- Original Title
- Walzerkrieg
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- UFA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ludwig Berger
Robert Liebmann, Hans Müller
Alois Melichar, Franz Grothe
Carl Hoffmann
Willy Zeyn Jr.
Günther Stapenhorst
Department Leadership Roster
Ludwig Berger
Director
René Hubert
Costume Design
Robert Liebmann
Writer
Günther Stapenhorst
Producer
Hans Müller
Writer
Willy Zeyn Jr.
Editor
Carl Hoffmann
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waltz War
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Waltz War about?
The quarrel between the waltz king Joseph Lanner and his still unknown violinist Johann Strauss. It comes to a break. Strauss is engaged in London and has his first successes there. Thanks to the initially unfortunate intervention of Lanner's daughter, a reconciliation is finally achieved.
Who directed Waltz War?
Waltz War was directed by Ludwig Berger.
Who stars in Waltz War?
The principal cast of Waltz War includes Renate Müller, Willy Fritsch, Anton Walbrook, Paul Hörbiger, Theo Lingen.
When was Waltz War released and how long is it?
Waltz War was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Waltz War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waltz War was composed by Alois Melichar, Franz Grothe.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Waltz War?
Waltz War holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).