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Gritta of the Rats’ Castle (1985): Cast

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Gritta of the Rats’ Castle is a 1985 adventure fantasy film directed by Jürgen Brauer, starring Nadja Klier as Gritta, Hermann Beyer and Fred Delmare. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes.

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Gritta of the Rats’ Castle (1985) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Director
Jürgen Brauer
Genres
Adventure , Fantasy , Family
Original language
German
Studio
DEFA
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Gritta of the Rats’ Castle About?

The premise of Gritta of the Rats’ Castle without spoilers.

Gritta, a determined young girl, lives with her father, a well‑meaning but unsuccessful inventor. After her new stepmother schemes to send her away to a convent, Gritta is thrust into the austere cloister, where she uncovers unsettling, hidden secrets that threaten her world. The convent’s stern routine hides a web of mysteries, and her curiosity drives her deeper into the shadows.

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • tomboy
  • strong female character
  • strong female lead
  • rat
  • fairy tale
  • running away
  • modern fairy tale
  • nude bathing
  • female nudity
  • intrigue
  • tough girl
  • family relationships
+38 more
  • runaway child
  • runaway
  • king
  • monarchy
  • coming of age
  • undressing
  • nude girl
  • character name in title
  • skinny dipping
  • female rear nudity
  • young
  • female frontal nudity
  • father and daughter living together
  • 18th century
  • geese
  • hanging from a chandelier
  • top hat
  • outdoor shower
  • climbing down a chimney
  • french nobility
  • hiding in a trunk
  • forced into a convent
  • ice
  • showering nude
  • scarlet macaw
  • sliding down stairs
  • parasol
  • umbrella
  • barefoot girl
  • head dunked in water
  • first love
  • bowing to royalty
  • upskirt
  • shower scene
  • girl riding a bicycle
  • hanging from a rope
  • downblouse
  • girl protagonist
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Cast & crew

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle Cast & Characters

Nadja Klier leads the cast as Gritta, with Hermann Beyer as Julius Ortel von Rattenzuhausbeiuns and Fred Delmare as Kuno Gebhardt Müffert. Directed by Jürgen Brauer; 23 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Gritta of the Rats’ Castle

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One more film directed by Jürgen Brauer: Anna annA.

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Gritta of the Rats’ Castle Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “格丽塔的奇幻经历” and “格麗塔的奇幻經歷”.

Also known as
  • 格丽塔的奇幻经历
  • 格麗塔的奇幻經歷
  • Гритта из Крысиного замка

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Gritta of the Rats’ Castle FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Gritta of the Rats’ Castle, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Gritta of the Rats’ Castle?

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was Gritta of the Rats’ Castle released?

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle was released on March 7, 1985.

Who directed Gritta of the Rats’ Castle?

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle was directed by Jürgen Brauer.

More films by Jürgen Brauer

Who is in the cast of Gritta of the Rats’ Castle?

Gritta of the Rats’ Castle stars Nadja Klier as Gritta, Hermann Beyer as Julius Ortel von Rattenzuhausbeiuns and Fred Delmare as Kuno Gebhardt Müffert, among 23 credited actors.

Does Gritta of the Rats’ Castle have a post-credit scene?

No. Gritta of the Rats’ Castle has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Gritta of the Rats’ Castle in?

The original language of Gritta of the Rats’ Castle is German.

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