The Fox (2024): Cast & Ratings
The Fox is a 2024 historical drama directed by Adrian Goiginger, starring Karl Markovics as Josef Streitberger, Alexander Beyer and Pit Bukowski. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes. Critics gave it 50% on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Adrian Goiginger
- Original language
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German
- Studio
- 2010 Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Fox About?
The premise of The Fox without spoilers.
Amidst the turmoil of war in Europe, an Austrian motorcycle courier finds a wounded fox cub and forms a surprising bond. The film explores a story of love and loyalty, inspired by the director’s great-grandfather’s experiences, and portrays resilience in the face of conflict.
The Fox Themes & Keywords
· 1 tag- tv mini series
The Fox Cast & Characters
Karl Markovics leads the cast as Josef Streitberger, with Alexander Beyer as Hauptmann Glück and Pit Bukowski as Jokesch. Directed by Adrian Goiginger; 17 actors are credited in all.
- Director Adrian Goiginger
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Karl Markovics as Josef Streitberger -
Alexander Beyer as Hauptmann Glück - Pit Bukowski as Jokesch
- Cornelius Obonya as Bauer Seiwald
Also Starring in The Fox
· 13 more- Simon Morzé Franz Streitberger
- Stan Steinbichler Mitteregger
- Adriane Gradziel Marie
- Joseph Stoisits Leo
- Jannik Görger Brückenwache Erich Voltz
- Patrick Simons Kriegsfotograf
- Felix Adams Französischer Soldat
- Joshua Bader Maier
- Marko Kerezovic Anton Dillinger
- Maximilian Echtinger Decker
- Michael Medvidov Deutscher Soldat
- Karola Maria Niederhuber Liesl Streitberger
- Maximilian Reinwald Franz Streitberger (jung)
More from Adrian Goiginger
More films directed by Adrian Goiginger: Rickerl, Above the World and The Best of All Worlds.
The Fox Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Fox 50% on Rotten Tomatoes. Our Echo Score gives it 42/100, strongest in character & emotion (62) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).
The Fox Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, The Fox struggles to maintain cohesive engagement, with its technical execution and pacing undermining an otherwise meaningful premise. While occasional moments elicit emotional response, the film often feels distant and uneven, leading to limited replay value. The mixed reception across critics and viewers reflects a project that offers important themes but fails to deliver a consistently compelling cinematic experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 48
In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits a modest visual competence but falls short of a polished execution. Critics note a lack of compelling direction and an unsettling distance from the audience, while a few reviewers praise its foreign aesthetic. The distracting soundtrack and uneven editing further weight the assessment toward a middling appraisal.
- Character & Emotion 62
When evaluating character and emotion, the work presents a blend of nuanced performances and missed emotional depth. Positive remarks highlight a touching portrayal of a troubled protagonist and moments that draw viewers to tears. Conversely, some critics find the emotional resonance muted and the narrative voices uninspired, resulting in an overall moderate strength for this aspect.
- Story & Flow 38
Regarding story and flow, the film’s pacing and narrative coherence are frequently criticized. Reviewers describe the plot as sluggish, overly drawn out, and at times lacking substantive information. While a minority acknowledge the documentary's informative angle on social issues, the predominant view is that the execution does not sustain engagement, leading to a below‑average rating.
- Sensory Experience 45
The sensory experience receives mixed feedback, with some noting an unsettling atmosphere that supports the documentary’s tone, while others condemn the intrusive use of a popular series' soundtrack. Visual style is not extensively discussed, but the overall impression suggests a sensory design that neither enhances nor severely detracts from the viewing, placing it in a lukewarm bracket.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch factor appears limited, as many viewers describe the series as tedious, overly long, and lacking new insights upon subsequent viewings. The repetitive structure and inclusion of peripheral content reduce its appeal for repeat consumption. Although the subject matter holds intrinsic interest, the execution diminishes the desire to revisit the material.
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Rotten Tomatoes 50% Tomatometer
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TMDB 65% User score
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The Fox Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Fox.
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Movies Like The Fox
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Fox of Paris, Foxhole and Night of the Fox.
The Fox FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Fox, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Fox?
The Fox runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was The Fox released?
The Fox was released on March 22, 2024.
Who directed The Fox?
The Fox was directed by Adrian Goiginger.
More films by Adrian Goiginger Who is in the cast of The Fox?
The Fox stars Karl Markovics as Josef Streitberger, Alexander Beyer as Hauptmann Glück and Pit Bukowski as Jokesch, among 17 credited actors.
How is The Fox rated?
The Fox has 50% on Rotten Tomatoes and 65% on TMDB.
Does The Fox have a post-credit scene?
No. The Fox has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Fox in?
The original language of The Fox is German.
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