Der achte Tag
Synopsis
A medical doctor who is regarded as a specialist in retort research has been found dead. Science journalist Vera Pukall investigates the alleged suicide and uncovers the ruthless activities of a large pharmaceutical company. She receives help from Dr. Svoboda, of all people, the group's main stockholder.
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Katharina Thalbach
Vera Pukall
Hans Christian Blech
Dr. Svoboda
Heinz Hoenig
Holger
Peter Simonischek
Volker de Vries
Hannelore Elsner
Mrs. de Vries
Heinz-Werner Kraehkamp
Hamacher
Lukas Ammann
Prof. Wagner
Ulrich Pleitgen
Dittmann
Nicolette Krebitz
Sylvie
Rosalinde Renn
Carola Stein
Klaus Pohl
Mr. Brauneck
Karin Drache-Fares
Mrs. Brauneck
Jascha Pütz
Jan
Christoph Wegner
Lukas
Sabine Herken
Kidnapper
Christian Wegner
Joscha
Hansjoachim Krietsch
Director
Klaus Pohl
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Reinhard Münster
- Screenplay & Story
- Reinhard Münster
- Original Score
- Günther Fischer
- Original Title
- Der achte Tag
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Von Vietinghoff Filmproduktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Reinhard Münster
Reinhard Münster
Günther Fischer
Axel Block
Raimund Barthelmes
Joachim von Vietinghoff, Gebhard Henke
Department Leadership Roster
Reinhard Münster
Director
Reinhard Münster
Writer
Raimund Barthelmes
Editor
Joachim von Vietinghoff
Producer
Axel Block
Director of Photography
Günther Fischer
Original Music Composer
Gebhard Henke
Producer
Norbert Scherer
Production Design
Rosie Jurat
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Der achte Tag
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What is Der achte Tag about?
A medical doctor who is regarded as a specialist in retort research has been found dead. Science journalist Vera Pukall investigates the alleged suicide and uncovers the ruthless activities of a large pharmaceutical company. She receives help from Dr. Svoboda, of all people, the group's main stockholder.
Who directed Der achte Tag?
Der achte Tag was directed by Reinhard Münster.
Who stars in Der achte Tag?
The principal cast of Der achte Tag includes Katharina Thalbach, Hans Christian Blech, Heinz Hoenig, Peter Simonischek, Hannelore Elsner.
When was Der achte Tag released and how long is it?
Der achte Tag was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Der achte Tag?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Der achte Tag was composed by Günther Fischer.