The Great Waltz
“The joyful, songful, wonderful story of the life of Johann Strauss!”
Synopsis
A musical based on the life and music of Johann Strauss, Jr.
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The Great Waltz (1972)
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-06-03
Top Cast
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Horst Buchholz
Johann Strauss Jr.
Mary Costa
Jetty Treffz
Nigel Patrick
Johann Strauss Sr.
Yvonne Mitchell
Anna Strauss
Rossano Brazzi
Tedesco
Susan Robinson
Emilie Trampusch
George Howe
Karl Frederick Hirsch
Vicki Woolf
Lili Weyl
James Faulkner
Josef Strauss
Lauri Lupino Lane
Donmayer
Paola Loew
Princess Pauline Metternich
Ingrid Wayland
Theresa Strauss
Hermione Farthingale
Louise
Marty Allen
Johann Herbeck
Lorna Nathan
Olga
Elizabeth Muthsam
Caroline Strauss
Guido Wieland
Max Steiner
Willard Parker
Karl Treffz
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew L. Stone
- Screenplay & Story
- George Forrest, Robert Wright, Andrew L. Stone
- Original Score
- Johann Strauss II
- Original Title
- The Great Waltz
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew L. Stone
George Forrest, Robert Wright, Andrew L. Stone
Johann Strauss II
Davis Boulton
Ernest Walter
Andrew L. Stone
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew L. Stone
Producer
Davis Boulton
Director of Photography
Ernest Walter
Editor
Emmi Minnich
Costume Design
David Walker
Costume Design
Josef Wanke
Costume Design
Andrew L. Stone
Writer
Andrew L. Stone
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Great Waltz
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Great Waltz about?
A musical based on the life and music of Johann Strauss, Jr.
Who directed The Great Waltz?
The Great Waltz was directed by Andrew L. Stone.
Who stars in The Great Waltz?
The principal cast of The Great Waltz includes Horst Buchholz, Mary Costa, Nigel Patrick, Yvonne Mitchell, Rossano Brazzi.
When was The Great Waltz released and how long is it?
The Great Waltz was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Great Waltz?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Great Waltz was composed by Johann Strauss II.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Great Waltz?
The Great Waltz holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).