The Peak Scaler
Gipfelstürmer
Synopsis
The two unemployed engineers Franzl and Bertl want to be the first to climb the Matterhorn from the dangerous north face. They travel by bicycle with Mizzl and Traudl but without telling them about their intentions. The women accompany them on the assumption that it is a touristical trip. All four camp in a tent at the foot of the Matterhorn and Franzl and Bertl secretly begin the dangerous ascent. The girls will have to follow the ascent together with the residents of the village and the guests of the mountain hotel using binoculars. The role of Franzl is played by Franz Schmid, the actual conqueror of the north face of the Matterhorn together with his brother Toni in 1931.
Top Cast
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Theodor Loos
A Man in the Hotel
Theo Lingen
Ein Kellner
Gustl Gstettenbaur
Ein Pikkolo
Franz Schmid
Franzl Schmid
Walter Krieger
Bertl
Mizzl Bardorf
Mizzl
Anni Trautner
The Landlady
Traudl Ertl
Traudl
Paul Rehkopf
The Border Official
Emil Matousek
Winkelmann
Heini Aberle
Edwin, Journeyman Craftsman
Hans Schurich
August, Journeyman Craftsman
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 9, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franz Wenzler
- Screenplay & Story
- Curt J. Braun, Bobby E. Lüthge, Walter Schmidtkunz
- Original Score
- Giuseppe Becce
- Original Title
- Gipfelstürmer
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Nostra-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franz Wenzler
Curt J. Braun, Bobby E. Lüthge, Walter Schmidtkunz
Giuseppe Becce
Paul May
Robert Ernst, Peter Ostermayr
Department Leadership Roster
Franz Wenzler
Director
Curt J. Braun
Writer
Bobby E. Lüthge
Writer
Robert Ernst
Producer
Peter Ostermayr
Producer
Giuseppe Becce
Original Music Composer
Paul May
Editor
Otto Erdmann
Production Design
Hans Sohnle
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Peak Scaler
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Peak Scaler about?
The two unemployed engineers Franzl and Bertl want to be the first to climb the Matterhorn from the dangerous north face. They travel by bicycle with Mizzl and Traudl but without telling them about their intentions. The women accompany them on the assumption that it is a touristical trip. All four camp in a tent at the foot of the Matterhorn and Franzl and Bertl secretly begin the dangerous ascent. The girls will have to follow the ascent together with the residents of the village and the guests of the mountain hotel using binoculars. The role of Franzl is played by Franz Schmid, the actual conqueror of the north face of the Matterhorn together with his brother Toni in 1931.
Who directed The Peak Scaler?
The Peak Scaler was directed by Franz Wenzler.
Who stars in The Peak Scaler?
The principal cast of The Peak Scaler includes Theodor Loos, Theo Lingen, Gustl Gstettenbaur, Franz Schmid, Walter Krieger.
When was The Peak Scaler released and how long is it?
The Peak Scaler was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for The Peak Scaler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Peak Scaler was composed by Giuseppe Becce.