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The Second Track (1962): Cast

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The Second Track is a 1962 crime drama directed by Joachim Kunert, starring Annekathrin Bürger as Vera Brock, Albert Hetterle and Helga Göring. It runs 1 hour 20 minutes.

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The Second Track (1962) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 20m (80 min)
Director
Joachim Kunert
Genres
Drama , Crime
Original language
German
Studio
DEFA
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Second Track About?

The premise of The Second Track without spoilers.

In this German drama, railroad inspector Brock watches a robbery at a train depot and instantly recognises the thief. Reporting him would betray his own involvement with the Nazi war machine, a secret he has hidden for almost two decades. As his daughter and her boyfriend begin probing the incident, the long‑buried truth threatens to surface.

The Second Track Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • east germany
  • nazi
  • railway
  • post world war two
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Cast & crew

The Second Track Cast & Characters

Annekathrin Bürger leads the cast as Vera Brock, with Albert Hetterle as Walter Brock and Helga Göring as Frau Runge. Directed by Joachim Kunert; 15 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Joachim Kunert

One more film directed by Joachim Kunert: The Adventures of Werner Holt.

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The Second Track Also Known As

Also known as “Второй путь”.

Also known as
  • Второй путь

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The Second Track FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Second Track, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Second Track?

The Second Track runs 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

When was The Second Track released?

The Second Track was released on October 26, 1962.

Who directed The Second Track?

The Second Track was directed by Joachim Kunert.

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Who is in the cast of The Second Track?

The Second Track stars Annekathrin Bürger as Vera Brock, Albert Hetterle as Walter Brock and Helga Göring as Frau Runge, among 15 credited actors.

Does The Second Track have a post-credit scene?

No. The Second Track has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Second Track in?

The original language of The Second Track is German.

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