Where can I watch Albert Schweitzer (1957)?

Streaming, rental and purchase options for Albert Schweitzer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.

Is Albert Schweitzer worth watching?

Albert Schweitzer holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Albert Schweitzer?

Albert Schweitzer stars Fredric March, Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Albert Schweitzer and Phillip Eckert.

When was Albert Schweitzer released?

Albert Schweitzer was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.

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Albert Schweitzer (1957): cast, story & where to watch

1957 · Film · ★ 6.5

Released in 1957, Albert Schweitzer is a history and documentary film directed by Jerome Hill, running about 85 minutes. “By practicing reverence for life we become good, deep, and alive.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This biographical drama/part-time documentary, narrative written by Dr. Albert Schweitzer and spoken by Frederic March, traces the life of Dr. Schweitzer (with actors playing the characters), from his birth in France up to about the age of 30 when he makes the decision to go to French Equatorial Africa and build his jungle hospital. The latter half of the film encompasses a full day in the hospital-village following the 80s-plus Samaritan in his daily rounds.

Who’s in it. Albert Schweitzer stars Fredric March as Albert Schweitzer (voice), Owen Wilson as Lightning McQueen (voice), Larry the Cable Guy as Mater (voice) and Albert Schweitzer as Himself (archive footage), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Albert Schweitzer 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 Albert Schweitzer page.

If you liked it. Fans of Albert Schweitzer tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.

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Where can I watch Albert Schweitzer (1957)?: Streaming, rental and purchase options for Albert Schweitzer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Albert Schweitzer worth watching?: Albert Schweitzer holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Albert Schweitzer?: Albert Schweitzer stars Fredric March, Owen Wilson, Larry the Cable Guy, Albert Schweitzer and Phillip Eckert.
When was Albert Schweitzer released?: Albert Schweitzer was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.