World on a Wire
“What world do we live in? Is it real?”
Series Overview
In the future, Simulacron, a computer project simulating reality, encounters strange occurrences after its leader's death. Dr. Stiller questions the sudden disappearance of a friend and wonders if Simulacron holds the answers.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
102 min per episode
1973 – 1973
Premiered: Sun, Oct 14, 1973
Rainer Werner FassbinderLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”
Fred Stiller becomes convinced he is living in a simulation, causing everyone to question his sanity.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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World on a Wire - U.S. Trailer (Rainer Werner Fassbinder, West Germany 1973)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-26
Cast & Creators
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Klaus Löwitsch
Fred Stiller
Mascha Rabben
Eva Vollmer
Karl-Heinz Vosgerau
Herbert Siskins
Adrian Hoven
Professor Henry Vollmer
Ivan Desny
Günther Lause
Ingrid Caven
Secretary Uschi
Barbara Valentin
Gloria Fromm
Günter Lamprecht
Fritz Walfang
Margit Carstensen
Maya Schmidt-Genter
Wolfgang Schenck
Franz Hahn
Karl Scheydt
Inspector Stuhlfahrt
Elma Karlowa
Cafeteria Manager
Solange Pradel
Singer
Katrin Schaake
Computer Lab Assistant
Rudolf Waldemar Brem
Hospital Orderly
Rudolf Lenz
Hartmann
Christine Kaufmann
Party Guest
Peter Kern
Hospital Orderly
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Daniel F. Galouye
Gottfried Hüngsberg
Michael Ballhaus
Ursula Elles, Marie Anne Gerhardt
Alexander Wesemann, Peter Märthesheimer
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Kurt Raab
Production Design
Gabriele Pillon
Costume Design
Ursula Elles
Editor
Gottfried Hüngsberg
Original Music Composer
Alexander Wesemann
Producer
Marie Anne Gerhardt
Editor
Peter Märthesheimer
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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12: FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About World on a Wire
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What is World on a Wire about?
In the future, Simulacron, a computer project simulating reality, encounters strange occurrences after its leader's death. Dr. Stiller questions the sudden disappearance of a friend and wonders if Simulacron holds the answers.
How many seasons does World on a Wire have?
World on a Wire comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in World on a Wire?
Key cast members in World on a Wire include Klaus Löwitsch, Mascha Rabben, Karl-Heinz Vosgerau, Adrian Hoven, Ivan Desny.
Who created or directed World on a Wire?
World on a Wire was developed and directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.