
Karl May
History · Drama
Overview
This ethereal, three-hour biopic starring Helmut Käutner as the writer Karl May interprets «a German hero's life» and thereby paints a picture of an entire era.
Top Cast


Helmut Käutner
Helmut Käutner
Karl May
Helmut Käutner
Karl May


Kristina Söderbaum
Kristina Söderbaum
Emma May
Kristina Söderbaum
Emma May


Käthe Gold
Käthe Gold
Klara May
Käthe Gold
Klara May


Attila Hörbiger
Attila Hörbiger
Max Dittrich
Attila Hörbiger
Max Dittrich


Mady Rahl
Mady Rahl
Pauline Münchmeyer
Mady Rahl
Pauline Münchmeyer
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