The Secret of the Black Trunk
Das Geheimnis der schwarzen Koffer
Synopsis
A series of knife murders have an odd feature about them; the victims find that their luggage has been packed for them just before their deaths. Scotland Yard investigates, and discover that the murders are linked to an addictive drug called Mescadrine.
Top Cast
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Joachim Hansen
Inspektor Robert Finch
Senta Berger
Susan Brown
Hans Reiser
Humphrey Curtis, Schriftsteller
Peter Carsten
Ponko, ein Bettler
Chris Howland
Arnold Wickerley
Helga Sommerfeld
Lissy
Leonard Steckel
Dr. Daniel Bransby, Arzt
Stanislav Ledinek
Kudernacz
Elfriede Irrall
Diana
Kurt Waitzmann
Geschäftsführer der Soho-Bar
Hans W. Hamacher
Sergeant Cannings
Heinrich Gies
Ellison, Chefinspektor
Gerhard Hartig
Mr. Forester
Carl de Vogt
Patient
Zeev Berlinsky
Garnett
Albert Bessler
Alain Dijon
Harry Tagore
Beach
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 5, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Werner Klingler
- Screenplay & Story
- Gustav Kampendonk
- Original Score
- Gert Wilden
- Original Title
- Das Geheimnis der schwarzen Koffer
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- CCC Filmkunst
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Werner Klingler
Gustav Kampendonk, Bryan Edgar Wallace
Gert Wilden
Richard Angst
Walter Wischniewsky
Artur Brauner
Department Leadership Roster
Werner Klingler
Director
Gustav Kampendonk
Screenplay
Paul Markwitz
Production Design
Artur Brauner
Producer
Richard Angst
Director of Photography
Gert Wilden
Original Music Composer
Vera Mügge
Costume Design
Walter Wischniewsky
Editor
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 Secret of the Black Trunk
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Secret of the Black Trunk about?
A series of knife murders have an odd feature about them; the victims find that their luggage has been packed for them just before their deaths. Scotland Yard investigates, and discover that the murders are linked to an addictive drug called Mescadrine.
Who directed The Secret of the Black Trunk?
The Secret of the Black Trunk was directed by Werner Klingler.
Who stars in The Secret of the Black Trunk?
The principal cast of The Secret of the Black Trunk includes Joachim Hansen, Senta Berger, Hans Reiser, Peter Carsten, Chris Howland.
When was The Secret of the Black Trunk released and how long is it?
The Secret of the Black Trunk was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Secret of the Black Trunk?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Secret of the Black Trunk was composed by Gert Wilden.
Is The Secret of the Black Trunk based on a book or true story?
The Secret of the Black Trunk is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Bryan Edgar Wallace".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Secret of the Black Trunk?
The Secret of the Black Trunk holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).