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Battle of the Godfathers (1973): Cast

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Battle of the Godfathers is a 1973 action thriller starring Herbert Fleischmann as Otto Westermann, Henry Silva and Horst Janson. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.

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Battle of the Godfathers (1973) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Genres
Action , Drama , Thriller
Original language
German
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Battle of the Godfathers About?

The premise of Battle of the Godfathers without spoilers.

Otto Westermann, a Hamburg businessman who also controls the city’s organized crime, faces a serious threat when an ambitious Sicilian mafioso arrives with the sole aim of seizing Hamburg. Westermann proves a tougher opponent than expected, pushing the city toward a violent mob war.

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Cast & crew

Battle of the Godfathers Cast & Characters

Herbert Fleischmann leads the cast as Otto Westermann, with Henry Silva as Luca Messina and Horst Janson as Erik.

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Battle of the Godfathers Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Il re della mala” and “Los ángeles de oro”.

Also known as
  • Il re della mala
  • Los ángeles de oro
  • 地下之王

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FAQ

Battle of the Godfathers FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Battle of the Godfathers, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Battle of the Godfathers?

Battle of the Godfathers runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was Battle of the Godfathers released?

Battle of the Godfathers was released on November 30, 1973.

Who is in the cast of Battle of the Godfathers?

Battle of the Godfathers stars Herbert Fleischmann as Otto Westermann, Henry Silva as Luca Messina and Horst Janson as Erik, among 21 credited actors.

Does Battle of the Godfathers have a post-credit scene?

No. Battle of the Godfathers has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Battle of the Godfathers in?

The original language of Battle of the Godfathers is German.

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