Werther (2008): Cast
Werther is a 2008 drama directed by Uwe Janson, starring Stefan Konarske as Werther, Hannah Herzsprung and Fritz Roth. It is partly based on The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Michael Hulse. It runs 1 hour 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 25m (85 min)
- Director
- Uwe Janson
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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German - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Werther About?
The premise of Werther without spoilers, adapted from The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Michael Hulse.
The film follows Werther, a sensitive young man who falls passionately for Lotte, a woman already promised to another. As his love proves impossible, he is driven into increasing despair and self‑destruction, ultimately contemplating the ultimate act to escape his suffering. Caught between hope and hopelessness, his inner turmoil intensifies, reflecting the tragic depth of unrequited love.
Werther Cast & Characters
Stefan Konarske leads the cast as Werther, with Hannah Herzsprung as Lotte and Fritz Roth as Onkel Bernd. Directed by Uwe Janson; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Uwe Janson
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Stefan Konarske as Werther - Hannah Herzsprung as Lotte
- Fritz Roth as Onkel Bernd
- Julia Dietze as Romy
Also Starring in Werther
· 7 more- Alwara Höfels Nancy
- Harald Schrott Vater Tom
- David Rott Albert
- Hendrik Arnst Portier
- Aaron Hildebrand Wilhelm
- Bruno F. Apitz Verkäufer
- Stefan Kampwirth Jerusalem
More from Uwe Janson
More films directed by Uwe Janson: Die Udo Honig Story, Sechse kommen durch die ganze Welt, Das Mädchen mit den Schwefelhölzern and Der Minister.
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Werther FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, the book behind it, post-credit scenes and language of Werther, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Werther?
Werther runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
When was Werther released?
Werther was released on September 8, 2008.
Who directed Werther?
Werther was directed by Uwe Janson.
More films by Uwe Janson Who is in the cast of Werther?
Werther stars Stefan Konarske as Werther, Hannah Herzsprung as Lotte and Fritz Roth as Onkel Bernd, among 11 credited actors.
Is Werther based on a book?
Yes. Werther is partly adapted from The Sorrows of Young Werther by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Michael Hulse.
Does Werther have a post-credit scene?
No. Werther has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Werther in?
The original language of Werther is German.
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