Hauptmann Kreutzer
Synopsis
Bundeswehr Captain Andreas Kreutzer deserts and sets off for Denmark. In Puttgarden, however, he is met by two military police officers who escort him onto the train back to Munich. On the way, the two bank robbers Ross and Schweiger board the train. They feel threatened by the soldiers and shoot them. When the train stops, Kreutzer is forced to flee with the two gangsters. Schweiger is shot dead and Kreutzer finds himself in a bizarre twist of fate with Ross.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Klaus Emmerich
- Screenplay & Story
- Klaus Emmerich
- Original Title
- Hauptmann Kreutzer
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Klaus Emmerich
Klaus Emmerich
Frank Brühne
Thea Eymèsz
Department Leadership Roster
Klaus Emmerich
Director
Klaus Emmerich
Screenplay
Thea Eymèsz
Editor
Frank Brühne
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hauptmann Kreutzer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hauptmann Kreutzer about?
Bundeswehr Captain Andreas Kreutzer deserts and sets off for Denmark. In Puttgarden, however, he is met by two military police officers who escort him onto the train back to Munich. On the way, the two bank robbers Ross and Schweiger board the train. They feel threatened by the soldiers and shoot them. When the train stops, Kreutzer is forced to flee with the two gangsters. Schweiger is shot dead and Kreutzer finds himself in a bizarre twist of fate with Ross.
Who directed Hauptmann Kreutzer?
Hauptmann Kreutzer was directed by Klaus Emmerich.
Who stars in Hauptmann Kreutzer?
The principal cast of Hauptmann Kreutzer includes Rüdiger Vogler, Axel Wagner, Jörg Hube, Kurt Weinzierl, Claus-Dieter Reents.
When was Hauptmann Kreutzer released and how long is it?
Hauptmann Kreutzer was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.