The Abyss
Afgrunden
Synopsis
Magda, a piano teacher, meets Knud, a parson’s son, who invites her to spend the summer at his parents’ parsonage. When a travelling circus stops in the village, Magda leaves the meek Knud for the dashing circus rider Rudolf. But circus life with Rudolf quickly turns out to be anything but happy, and Magda comes to a tragic end.
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Asta Nielsen
Magda Vang
Poul Reumert
Artist Rudolf Stern / Circus Performer
Robert Dinesen
Ingenieur Knud Svane / Magda's Fiancé
Hans Neergaard
Pastor Peder Svane / Knud's Father
Hulda Didrichsen
Frau Svane
Emilie Sannom
Varietésängerin Lilly d'Estrelle / Magda's Rival
Oscar Stribolt
Kellner / Waiter
Arne Weel
Guest in Garden
Johannes Fønss
Guest in Garden
Torben Meyer
Secondary Role (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 18, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Urban Gad
- Screenplay & Story
- Urban Gad
- Original Title
- Afgrunden
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 37m
- Production Studios
- Kosmorama
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Urban Gad
Urban Gad
Alfred Lind
Hjalmar Davidsen
Department Leadership Roster
Urban Gad
Director
Urban Gad
Writer
Hjalmar Davidsen
Producer
Alfred Lind
Director of Photography
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Public Domain
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Abyss
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What is The Abyss about?
Magda, a piano teacher, meets Knud, a parson’s son, who invites her to spend the summer at his parents’ parsonage. When a travelling circus stops in the village, Magda leaves the meek Knud for the dashing circus rider Rudolf. But circus life with Rudolf quickly turns out to be anything but happy, and Magda comes to a tragic end.
Who directed The Abyss?
The Abyss was directed by Urban Gad.
Who stars in The Abyss?
The principal cast of The Abyss includes Asta Nielsen, Poul Reumert, Robert Dinesen, Hans Neergaard, Hulda Didrichsen.
When was The Abyss released and how long is it?
The Abyss was released in 1910 with a total runtime of 37m.