The Novel of Werther (1938): Cast
The Novel of Werther is a 1938 romantic drama directed by Max Ophüls, starring Pierre Richard-Willm as Werther, Annie Vernay and Léonce Corne. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Max Ophüls
- Original language
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French - Studio
- Nero Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Novel of Werther About?
The premise of The Novel of Werther without spoilers.
Herr Werther, a newly appointed magistrate in the Grand Duchy of Walheim, also a violinist and poet, meets the beautiful local Charlotte and falls for her. When he plans to propose, Charlotte reveals she is betrothed to Werther’s superior, Judge Hochstätten. Both conceal the affair, sinking into melancholy as they struggle to keep their love hidden.
The Novel of Werther Themes & Keywords
· 3 tags- suicide
- broken heart
- based on novel
The Novel of Werther Cast & Characters
Pierre Richard-Willm leads the cast as Werther, with Annie Vernay as Charlotte and Léonce Corne as Le majordome. Directed by Max Ophüls; 15 actors are credited in all.
- Director Max Ophüls
- Pierre Richard-Willm as Werther
- Annie Vernay as Charlotte
- Léonce Corne as Le majordome
- Philippe Richard as Le grand-duc
Also Starring in The Novel of Werther
· 11 more- Edmond Beauchamp Le meurtrier
- Roger Legris Franz
- Jean Galland Albert Hochstätter
- Georges Vitray Le bailli
- Henri Guisol Scherz
- Jean Périer President
- Jean Buquet Le petit Gustave
- Geno-Ferny Le portraitiste
- Denise Kerny La bonne
- Charles Nossent Le cocher
- Paulette Pax Tante Emma
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The Novel of Werther FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Novel of Werther, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Novel of Werther?
The Novel of Werther runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was The Novel of Werther released?
The Novel of Werther was released on December 14, 1938.
Who directed The Novel of Werther?
The Novel of Werther was directed by Max Ophüls.
More films by Max Ophüls Who is in the cast of The Novel of Werther?
The Novel of Werther stars Pierre Richard-Willm as Werther, Annie Vernay as Charlotte and Léonce Corne as Le majordome, among 15 credited actors.
Does The Novel of Werther have a post-credit scene?
No. The Novel of Werther has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is The Novel of Werther in?
The original language of The Novel of Werther is French.
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