Der Hauptmann von Köpenick
Synopsis
Each is dependent on the other. He breaks into the passport office to get a passport. He is surprised and ends up back in prison, where he is trained in military drill. After his release, he once again lodges with relatives, his sister and brother-in-law. Wearing a second-hand captain's uniform, he first takes over a guard unit and uses it to occupy Köpenick town hall, where all the employees of the town council submit to the supposed captain. The mayor is promoted to Berlin and Voigt presents himself to the authorities a few days later. At first, everyone present laughs at the prank, but then Voigt is made aware of the legal consequences. He is sent back to prison, but shortly afterwards he is pardoned by the Emperor.
Top Cast
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Harald Juhnke
Wilhelm Voigt
Elisabeth Trissenaar
Mathilde Obermüller
Katharina Thalbach
Marie Hoprecht
Rolf Hoppe
Zuchthausdirektor
Hark Bohm
Kriminalinspektor Schmude
Jürgen Hentsch
Kriminaldirektor Mehlhorn
Sophie Rois
Mieze
Hermann Beyer
Friedrich Hoprecht
Udo Samel
Bürgermeister Obermüller
Dieter Montag
Kilian
Götz Schubert
von Schlettow
Florian Lukas
Willy Wormser
Alexander Beyer
Melder
Marlene Marlow
Lieschen
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Beyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Wolfgang Kohlhaase, Carl Zuckmayer
- Original Score
- Peter Gotthardt
- Original Title
- Der Hauptmann von Köpenick
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Hannover Film GmbH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Beyer
Wolfgang Kohlhaase, Carl Zuckmayer
Peter Gotthardt
Eberhard Geick
Clarissa Ambach
Department Leadership Roster
Eberhard Geick
Director of Photography
Frank Beyer
Director
Clarissa Ambach
Editor
Wolfgang Kohlhaase
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Der Hauptmann von Köpenick
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What is Der Hauptmann von Köpenick about?
Each is dependent on the other. He breaks into the passport office to get a passport. He is surprised and ends up back in prison, where he is trained in military drill. After his release, he once again lodges with relatives, his sister and brother-in-law. Wearing a second-hand captain's uniform, he first takes over a guard unit and uses it to occupy Köpenick town hall, where all the employees of the town council submit to the supposed captain. The mayor is promoted to Berlin and Voigt presents himself to the authorities a few days later. At first, everyone present laughs at the prank, but then Voigt is made aware of the legal consequences. He is sent back to prison, but shortly afterwards he is pardoned by the Emperor.
Who directed Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick was directed by Frank Beyer.
Who stars in Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
The principal cast of Der Hauptmann von Köpenick includes Harald Juhnke, Elisabeth Trissenaar, Katharina Thalbach, Rolf Hoppe, Hark Bohm.
When was Der Hauptmann von Köpenick released and how long is it?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Der Hauptmann von Köpenick was composed by Peter Gotthardt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).