Der Hauptmann von Köpenick
Originally released in 1997. Der Hauptmann von Köpenick is a drama/comedy film. directed by Frank Beyer.
Starring Harald Juhnke, Elisabeth Trissenaar, and Katharina Thalbach
Synopsis
Each is dependent on the other. He breaks into the passport office to get a passport. He is surprised and ends up back in prison, where he is trained in military drill. After his release, he once again lodges with relatives, his sister and brother-in-law. Wearing a second-hand captain's uniform, he first takes over a guard unit and uses it to occupy Köpenick town hall, where all the employees of the town council submit to the supposed captain. The mayor is promoted to Berlin and Voigt presents himself to the authorities a few days later. At first, everyone present laughs at the prank, but then Voigt is made aware of the legal consequences. He is sent back to prison, but shortly afterwards he is pardoned by the Emperor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 26, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Harald Juhnke
as Wilhelm Voigt
Elisabeth Trissenaar
as Mathilde Obermüller
Katharina Thalbach
as Marie Hoprecht
Rolf Hoppe
as Zuchthausdirektor
Hark Bohm
as Kriminalinspektor Schmude
Jürgen Hentsch
as Kriminaldirektor Mehlhorn
Sophie Rois
as Mieze
Hermann Beyer
as Friedrich Hoprecht
Udo Samel
as Bürgermeister Obermüller
Dieter Montag
as Kilian
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Hannover Film GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Der Hauptmann von Köpenick about?
Each is dependent on the other. He breaks into the passport office to get a passport. He is surprised and ends up back in prison, where he is trained in military drill. After his release, he once a...
Who directed Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick was directed by Frank Beyer.
How long is Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Der Hauptmann von Köpenick released?
Der Hauptmann von Köpenick was released on September 26, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Der Hauptmann von Köpenick?
The main cast of Der Hauptmann von Köpenick includes Harald Juhnke, Elisabeth Trissenaar, Katharina Thalbach, Rolf Hoppe, Hark Bohm.