The Salzburg Connection
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Synopsis
An American lawyer on vacation in Europe is asked by a book publisher to stop by the Austrian town of Salzburg to see a photographer who's taking pictures for a book on picturesque Austrian lakes. Upon his arrival he senses that something is wrong when the photographer seems to have vanished, leaving a near panic-stricken wife and a sinister, secretive brother. Before he knows it, the lawyer finds himself mixed up with spies, assassins, and the hunt for a list made up by the Nazis during World War II of people who collaborated with them.
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Barry Newman
Bill Mathison
Anna Karina
Anna Bryant
Klaus Maria Brandauer
Johann Kronsteiner
Karen Jensen
Elissa Lang
Joe Maross
Chuck
Wolfgang Preiss
Felix Zauner
Helmut Schmid
Grell
Udo Kier
Anton
Mischa Hausserman
Lev Benedescu
Whit Bissell
Jim Newhart
Raoul Retzer
Large Man
Elisabeth Felchner
Trudi Seidl
Bert Fortell
Rugged Man
Adolf Beinl
Anton's Companion
Patrick Jordan
Richard Bryant
Eduard Linkers
Tour Guide
Gene Moss
American Tourist
Karl-Otto Alberty
First Stocky Man
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 30, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lee H. Katzin
- Screenplay & Story
- Oscar Millard, Edward Anhalt
- Original Score
- Bronislau Kaper
- Original Title
- The Salzburg Connection
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lee H. Katzin
Oscar Millard, Edward Anhalt, Helen MacInnes
Bronislau Kaper
Wolfgang Treu
John Woodcock
Ingo Preminger
Department Leadership Roster
Bronislau Kaper
Original Music Composer
Lee H. Katzin
Director
Ingo Preminger
Producer
Wolfgang Treu
Director of Photography
John Woodcock
Editor
Lambert Hofer Jr.
Costume Design
Oscar Millard
Screenplay
Edward Anhalt
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Salzburg Connection
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Salzburg Connection about?
An American lawyer on vacation in Europe is asked by a book publisher to stop by the Austrian town of Salzburg to see a photographer who's taking pictures for a book on picturesque Austrian lakes. Upon his arrival he senses that something is wrong when the photographer seems to have vanished, leaving a near panic-stricken wife and a sinister, secretive brother. Before he knows it, the lawyer finds himself mixed up with spies, assassins, and the hunt for a list made up by the Nazis during World War II of people who collaborated with them.
Who directed The Salzburg Connection?
The Salzburg Connection was directed by Lee H. Katzin.
Who stars in The Salzburg Connection?
The principal cast of The Salzburg Connection includes Barry Newman, Anna Karina, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Karen Jensen, Joe Maross.
When was The Salzburg Connection released and how long is it?
The Salzburg Connection was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Salzburg Connection?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Salzburg Connection was composed by Bronislau Kaper.
Is The Salzburg Connection based on a book or true story?
The Salzburg Connection is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Helen MacInnes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Salzburg Connection?
The Salzburg Connection holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).