Genesung (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1956, Genesung is a drama film directed by Konrad Wolf, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. The authorities expect the case of Friedel Walter, alias "Dr. Mueller," to be a straightforward one: he was working as a doctor without proper credentials under a false name. But Mehlin, the man in charge of his case, knows that there is more to the story. When he was injured fleeing from a concentration camp, resistance worker Irene asked her medical student boyfriend Walter to give him medical care.
Who’s in it. Genesung stars Karla Runkehl as Irene 'Reni' Schorn, verehel. Kerster, Wolfgang Kieling as Friedel Walter, Wilhelm Koch-Hooge as Max Kerster and Eduard von Winterstein as Professor Beheim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Genesung has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Genesung page.
If you liked it. Fans of Genesung tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Genesung (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Genesung change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Genesung worth watching?
- Genesung holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Genesung?
- Genesung stars Karla Runkehl, Wolfgang Kieling, Wilhelm Koch-Hooge, Eduard von Winterstein and Wolfgang Langhoff.
- When was Genesung released?
- Genesung was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.