Ave Maria (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1953, Ave Maria is a drama film directed by Alfred Braun, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Karin Twerdy used to be an opera singer but now, in order to pay for her daughter Daniela's education in a religious school, she performs in a shady nightclub. Industrialist Dietrich Gontard, the father of Karin's school friend Christa, falls for her. But when he learns the truth about her he is outraged and rejects her. At a loss and not to stand in the way of Daniela's future, Karin chooses to disappear...
Who’s in it. Ave Maria stars Zarah Leander as Sängerin Karin Twerdy, Hans Stüwe as Industrieller Dietrich Gontard, Marianne Hold as Tochter Daniela Twerdy and Hilde Körber as Schwester Benedikta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ave Maria has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ave Maria page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ave Maria tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ave Maria (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ave Maria change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ave Maria worth watching?
- Ave Maria holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ave Maria?
- Ave Maria stars Zarah Leander, Hans Stüwe, Marianne Hold, Hilde Körber and Carl Wery.
- When was Ave Maria released?
- Ave Maria was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.