Buddenbrooks (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1959, Buddenbrooks is a drama and history film directed by Alfred Weidenmann, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. First part of two of the saga of the troubled Buddenbrook family and their business in mid 19th century Germany.
Who’s in it. Buddenbrooks stars Liselotte Pulver as Antonie Buddenbrook, Hansjörg Felmy as Thomas Buddenbrook, Hanns Lothar as Christian Buddenbrook and Lil Dagover as Elisabeth Buddenbrook, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Buddenbrooks has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buddenbrooks page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buddenbrooks tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buddenbrooks (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddenbrooks change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buddenbrooks worth watching?
- Buddenbrooks holds an audience score of 4.9 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 Buddenbrooks?
- Buddenbrooks stars Liselotte Pulver, Hansjörg Felmy, Hanns Lothar, Lil Dagover and Werner Hinz.
- When was Buddenbrooks released?
- Buddenbrooks was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.