Hexen
Synopsis
Germany in 1949: The residents of the Thuringian village Hunsdorf are still heavily influenced by archaic superstition and explain unusual events with preternatural powers. The same happens when pigs again and again disappear from different farmyards. The village residents firmly believe that witches are the reason for this mystery. Not even police detective Kühlemann who is sent to Hunsdorf is able to dissuade them from their superstition. Thus, the farmers think his investigation is aimless and they do not support him at all. With a lot of patience and well-made arguments he finally convinces little Peter that there are no witches. Next, Peter’s grandfather and teacher Marianne take Kühlemann’s side. With their support, the police detective eventually finds out the truth and is able to put a stop to the gang of crooks that had been stealing the pigs.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Lothar Blumhagen
Werner Kühlemann
Alfred Maack
August Bast
Helene Riechers
Milda Bast
Albert Garbe
Bürgermeister Seidel-Großkopf
Heinz Triebel
Peter Bast
Edith Volkmann
Frau des Pfundstüten-Enderlein
Aribert Grimmer
Hans Klering
Rudi Schiemann
Lisa Wehn
Ulrich von der Trenck
Karla Runkehl
Gerd Michael Henneberg
Amy Frank
Rudolf Fleck
Toni Meitzen
Hans Wehrl
Gertrud Paulun
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Helmut Spieß
- Screenplay & Story
- Kurt Barthel
- Original Score
- Gerd Natschinski
- Original Title
- Hexen
- Country of Origin
- East Germany, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Helmut Spieß
Kurt Barthel
Gerd Natschinski
Friedel Welsandt
Department Leadership Roster
Helmut Spieß
Director
Friedel Welsandt
Editor
Kurt Barthel
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hexen
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hexen about?
Germany in 1949: The residents of the Thuringian village Hunsdorf are still heavily influenced by archaic superstition and explain unusual events with preternatural powers. The same happens when pigs again and again disappear from different farmyards. The village residents firmly believe that witches are the reason for this mystery. Not even police detective Kühlemann who is sent to Hunsdorf is able to dissuade them from their superstition. Thus, the farmers think his investigation is aimless and they do not support him at all. With a lot of patience and well-made arguments he finally convinces little Peter that there are no witches. Next, Peter’s grandfather and teacher Marianne take Kühlemann’s side. With their support, the police detective eventually finds out the truth and is able to put a stop to the gang of crooks that had been stealing the pigs.
Who directed Hexen?
Hexen was directed by Helmut Spieß.
Who stars in Hexen?
The principal cast of Hexen includes Lothar Blumhagen, Alfred Maack, Helene Riechers, Albert Garbe, Heinz Triebel.
When was Hexen released and how long is it?
Hexen was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Hexen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hexen was composed by Gerd Natschinski.