The Trapp Family
Die Trapp-Familie
Synopsis
A true story based on the popular novel by the Baroness Von Trapp of Austria. The film was made in 1956, some years before the other film based on the Trapp Family's life was released - a little movie named "The Sound of Music".
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Top Cast
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Ruth Leuwerik
Baronin Maria von Trapp
Hans Holt
Baron von Trapp
Maria Holst
Prinzessin Yvonne
Josef Meinrad
Dr. Wasner
Friedrich Domin
Bankier Gruber
Hilde von Stolz
Baroness Mathilde
Agnes Windeck
Äbtissin
Liesl Karlstadt
Raphaela
Michael Ande
Werner
Franz Muxeneder
Vogler
Joseph Offenbach
Samish
Gretl Theimer
Karl Ehmann
Hans Schumm
Peter Capell
Knut Mahlke
Ursula Wolff
Angelika Werth
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 18, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wolfgang Liebeneiner
- Screenplay & Story
- George Hurdalek, Herbert Reinecker, Maria von Trapp
- Original Score
- Franz Grothe
- Original Title
- Die Trapp-Familie
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Divina-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wolfgang Liebeneiner
George Hurdalek, Herbert Reinecker, Maria von Trapp
Franz Grothe
Werner Krien
Salvatore Billitteri, Margot von Schlieffen
Ilse Kubaschewski, Heinz Abel, Utz Utermann, Wolfgang Reinhardt
Department Leadership Roster
Wolfgang Liebeneiner
Director
George Hurdalek
Writer
Franz Grothe
Original Music Composer
Werner Krien
Director of Photography
Salvatore Billitteri
Editor
Margot von Schlieffen
Editor
Ilse Kubaschewski
Producer
Brigitte Scholz
Costume Design
Herbert Reinecker
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Trapp Family
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Trapp Family about?
A true story based on the popular novel by the Baroness Von Trapp of Austria. The film was made in 1956, some years before the other film based on the Trapp Family's life was released - a little movie named "The Sound of Music".
Who directed The Trapp Family?
The Trapp Family was directed by Wolfgang Liebeneiner.
Who stars in The Trapp Family?
The principal cast of The Trapp Family includes Ruth Leuwerik, Hans Holt, Maria Holst, Josef Meinrad, Friedrich Domin.
When was The Trapp Family released and how long is it?
The Trapp Family was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Trapp Family?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Trapp Family was composed by Franz Grothe.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trapp Family?
The Trapp Family holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.).