Rembrandt (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1942, Rembrandt is a drama film directed by Hans Steinhoff, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Already a famous painter, Rembrandt van Rijn is commissioned to paint the Amsterdam Archers' Guild. But upon completion of the picture, the men of the guild feel duped, because they don't consider themselves flatteringly depicted in the painting. They therefore decline to pay for the work. During this dispute, the painter finds out his wife is close to death. He finds himself terribly lonely after her passing and suffers from depression until he decides once more to marry.
Who’s in it. Rembrandt stars Ewald Balser as Rembrandt van Rijn, Hertha Feiler as Saskia van Rijn, Gisela Uhlen as Hendrickje Stoffels and Elisabeth Flickenschildt as Geertje Dierks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Rembrandt has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rembrandt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rembrandt tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rembrandt (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rembrandt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rembrandt worth watching?
- Rembrandt holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rembrandt?
- Rembrandt stars Ewald Balser, Hertha Feiler, Gisela Uhlen, Elisabeth Flickenschildt and Theodor Loos.
- When was Rembrandt released?
- Rembrandt was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.