Shock Troop
Stoßtrupp 1917
Synopsis
This powerful anti-war film statement focuses on the plight of a German unit in World War I that finds itself surrounded by British and French forces.
Top Cast
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Beppo Brem
Girgl
Ludwig Schmid-Wildy
Hans Steinbauer
Max Zankl
Heiner
Hans Pössenbacher
Anderl
Karl Hanft
Martl
Heinz Evelt
Max
Hans Erich Pfleger
Karl + Capitaine
Georg Emmerling
Gustl
Toni Eggert
Toni
Albert Penzkofer
Der Unteroffizier
Ludwig Ten Cloot
Der Kompanieführer
Hans Schaudinn
Der Feldwebel
Hans Franz Pokorny
Der Major
Harry Hertzsch
Der Leutnant
Matthias Olschinsky
Der General
Eberhard Kreysern
Der Stabsmajor
Leopold Kerscher
Der Funker
Peter Labertouche
Der Engländer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ludwig Schmid-Wildy, Hans Zöberlein
- Screenplay & Story
- Hans Zöberlein, Franz Adam, Marian Kolb
- Original Title
- Stoßtrupp 1917
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ludwig Schmid-Wildy, Hans Zöberlein
Hans Zöberlein, Franz Adam, Marian Kolb
Department Leadership Roster
Ludwig Schmid-Wildy
Director
Hans Zöberlein
Writer
Hans Zöberlein
Director
Franz Adam
Writer
Marian Kolb
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shock Troop
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shock Troop about?
This powerful anti-war film statement focuses on the plight of a German unit in World War I that finds itself surrounded by British and French forces.
Who directed Shock Troop?
Shock Troop was directed by Ludwig Schmid-Wildy, Hans Zöberlein.
Who stars in Shock Troop?
The principal cast of Shock Troop includes Beppo Brem, Ludwig Schmid-Wildy, Max Zankl, Hans Pössenbacher, Karl Hanft.
When was Shock Troop released and how long is it?
Shock Troop was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 1h 58m.
Is Shock Troop based on a book or true story?
Shock Troop is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hans Zöberlein".