The Fountain
Synopsis
Set during the first World War in neutral, but pro-German, Holland, Lewis Allison, an interned British officer, is paroled to the castle of Baron Von Leyden and finds living there, but now married to German officer Rupert Von Narwitz, his childhood sweetheart Julie. Long discussions between Julie and Allison, centering on family conflicts that kept them apart, take place before the severely wounded Von Narwitz returns to the castle and more long discussions ensue.
Top Cast
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Ann Harding
Julie von Marwitz
Brian Aherne
Lewis Allison
Paul Lukas
Rupert von Marwitz
Jean Hersholt
Baron von Leyden
Ralph Forbes
Ballater
Violet Kemble Cooper
Baroness Van Leyden
Sara Haden
Sophie Van Leyden
Ian Wolfe
Van Arkel
Frank Reicher
Doctor
Barbara Barondess
Wife
Richard Abbott
Allard Van Leyden
Rudolph Anders
Geof Van Leyden
Betty Alden
Allard's wife
Douglas Wood
de Greve
Ferike Boros
Nurse
William Stack
Commandant
Christian Rub
Kerstholt
Charles McNaughton
Lampman
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 22, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Cromwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Samuel Hoffenstein
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- The Fountain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Cromwell
Samuel Hoffenstein, Jane Murfin, Charles Morgan
Max Steiner
Henry W. Gerrard
William Morgan
Pandro S. Berman
Department Leadership Roster
Samuel Hoffenstein
Screenplay
John Cromwell
Director
William Morgan
Editor
Jane Murfin
Writer
Pandro S. Berman
Producer
Walter Plunkett
Costume Design
Henry W. Gerrard
Director of Photography
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Charles Morgan
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fountain
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Fountain about?
Set during the first World War in neutral, but pro-German, Holland, Lewis Allison, an interned British officer, is paroled to the castle of Baron Von Leyden and finds living there, but now married to German officer Rupert Von Narwitz, his childhood sweetheart Julie. Long discussions between Julie and Allison, centering on family conflicts that kept them apart, take place before the severely wounded Von Narwitz returns to the castle and more long discussions ensue.
Who directed The Fountain?
The Fountain was directed by John Cromwell.
Who stars in The Fountain?
The principal cast of The Fountain includes Ann Harding, Brian Aherne, Paul Lukas, Jean Hersholt, Ralph Forbes.
When was The Fountain released and how long is it?
The Fountain was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for The Fountain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fountain was composed by Max Steiner.