Embers (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1983, Embers is a drama film directed by Thomas Koerfer, running about 112 minutes.
What it’s about. Even in war, the life of a rich family is different, according to this fictional story about Francois Korb (Armin Müller-Stahl) an arms manufacturer who sold both to the Germans and the Allied forces. Korb's home life is less than ideal, since his wife is having an affair with his brother, and his young son is inseparable from a teddy bear. To remedy the son's situation, the parents take in a little refugee girl as a temporary companion and playmate, and the two children become fast friends -- and when they meet again long after the war, the influence of family is all the more apparent. Meanwhile, the arms dealer will learn the hard way that weapons kill.
Who’s in it. Embers stars Armin Mueller-Stahl as François Korb / Andres Korb, Katharina Thalbach as Claire Korb, Matthias Habich as Albert Korb and Krystyna Janda as Anna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Embers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Embers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Embers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Embers (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Embers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Embers worth watching?
- Embers holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Embers?
- Embers stars Armin Mueller-Stahl, Katharina Thalbach, Matthias Habich, Krystyna Janda and Sigfrit Steiner.
- When was Embers released?
- Embers was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.