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Knights of the Teutonic Order (1960): Cast

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Knights of the Teutonic Order is a 1960 historical drama directed by Aleksander Ford, starring Krzysztof Kowalewski as Teutonic Knight (uncredited), Barbara Horawianka and Zdzisław Lubelski. It runs 2 hours 46 minutes.

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Knights of the Teutonic Order (1960) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 46m (166 min)
Director
Aleksander Ford
Genres
History , War , Drama , Adventure
Original language
Polish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Knights of the Teutonic Order About?

The premise of Knights of the Teutonic Order without spoilers.

The story follows a destitute young nobleman who, alongside his uncle, returns from a campaign against the Teutonic Knights in Lithuania. He falls for a beautiful woman and swears to bring her three trophies taken from the Knights, putting his honor and love at stake.

Knights of the Teutonic Order Themes & Keywords

· 29 tags
  • medieval times
  • 1400s
  • 15th century
  • knight
  • tongue cut out
  • battle
  • christianity
  • christian
  • sword fight
  • sword
  • one word title
  • equestrian
+17 more
  • tournament
  • revenge
  • quest
  • polish history
  • murder
  • middle ages
  • lady
  • king
  • kidnapping
  • hunting
  • honor
  • final battle
  • duchess
  • chivalry
  • blindness
  • atonement
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Knights of the Teutonic Order Cast & Characters

Krzysztof Kowalewski leads the cast as Teutonic Knight (uncredited), with Barbara Horawianka as Teutonic Maid and Zdzisław Lubelski as Teutonic Assassin Diedrich. Directed by Aleksander Ford; 70 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Knights of the Teutonic Order

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From the director

More from Aleksander Ford

More films directed by Aleksander Ford: The Doctor Speaks Out, The First Day of Freedom, Five Boys from Barska Street and Young Chopin.

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Knights of the Teutonic Order Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Knights of the Teutonic Order.

Cinematography of: Knights of the Teutonic Order ⁄ 1960 MIECZYSŁAW JAHODA
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Knights of the Teutonic Order Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Black Cross” and “Die letzte Schlacht der Kreuzritter”.

Also known as
  • Black Cross
  • Die letzte Schlacht der Kreuzritter
  • Křižáci
  • Keresztesek
  • Die Kreuzritter
  • I cavalieri teutonici
  • Крестоносцы
  • Los caballeros teutónicos
  • Os Cavaleiros Teutônicos
  • Кръстоносци
  • Les chevaliers teutoniques
  • 十字军骑士

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Knights of the Teutonic Order FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Knights of the Teutonic Order, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Knights of the Teutonic Order?

Knights of the Teutonic Order runs 2 hours 46 minutes (166 minutes).

When was Knights of the Teutonic Order released?

Knights of the Teutonic Order was released on July 15, 1960.

Who directed Knights of the Teutonic Order?

Knights of the Teutonic Order was directed by Aleksander Ford.

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Who is in the cast of Knights of the Teutonic Order?

Knights of the Teutonic Order stars Krzysztof Kowalewski as Teutonic Knight (uncredited), Barbara Horawianka as Teutonic Maid and Zdzisław Lubelski as Teutonic Assassin Diedrich, among 70 credited actors.

Does Knights of the Teutonic Order have a post-credit scene?

No. Knights of the Teutonic Order has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Knights of the Teutonic Order in?

The original language of Knights of the Teutonic Order is Polish.

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