Paracelsus (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1943, Paracelsus is a drama and history film directed by G.W. Pabst, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of the Renaissance-era Swiss physician, alchemist and astrologer Philippus Aureolus Theophrastus Bombastus von Hohenheim, better known to the world as Paracelsus.
Who’s in it. Paracelsus stars Werner Krauß as Paracelsus, Mathias Wieman as Ulrich von Hutten, Peter Martin Urtel as Famulus Johannes and Harald Kreutzberg as Gaukler Fliegenbein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Paracelsus 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 Paracelsus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paracelsus tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paracelsus (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paracelsus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paracelsus worth watching?
- Paracelsus holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Paracelsus?
- Paracelsus stars Werner Krauß, Mathias Wieman, Peter Martin Urtel, Harald Kreutzberg and Fritz Rasp.
- When was Paracelsus released?
- Paracelsus was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.