The Rats (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1955, The Rats is a drama film directed by Robert Siodmak, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. After the fall and before the wall.
Who’s in it. The Rats stars Curd Jürgens as Bruno Mechelke, Maria Schell as Pauline Karka, Gustav Knuth as Karl John and Heidemarie Hatheyer as Anna John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Rats 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 The Rats page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rats tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rats (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rats worth watching?
- The Rats holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rats?
- The Rats stars Curd Jürgens, Maria Schell, Gustav Knuth, Heidemarie Hatheyer and Ilse Steppat.
- When was The Rats released?
- The Rats was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.