08/15
Originally released in 1954. 08/15 is a war/drama film. directed by Paul May.
Starring Joachim Fuchsberger, Helen Vita, and Paul Bösiger
Synopsis
Life in the barracks, drill, harassment, and private Asch′s pranks are the ingredients of Hans Hellmut Kirst′s successful novel "08/15" (the number of an Army regulation). Shortly before the outbreak of World War II: Private Asch and gunner Vierbein belong to the same unit but could not be more contrary. The instructors use every opportunity to bully the clumsy Vierbein with erratic corporal Platzek leading the way. The harassment starts with minor extra duties but soon the methods become more and more brutal. Finally, Asch comes to Vierbein′s help and takes on his superiors. Joachim Fuchsberger stars in his first major role.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 30, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (16 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Joachim Fuchsberger
as Gefreiter Asch
Helen Vita
as Lore Schulz
Paul Bösiger
as Kanonier Vierbein
Emmerich Schrenk
as Hauptwachtmeister Schulz
Eva Ingeborg Scholz
as Elisabeth Asch-Freitag
Gundula Korte
as Ingrid Asch
Hans Christian Blech
as Wachtmeister Platzek
Wilfried Seyferth
as Major Luschke
Mario Adorf
as Wagner
Peter Carsten
as Stabsgefreiter Kowalski
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Divina-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 08/15 about?
Life in the barracks, drill, harassment, and private Asch′s pranks are the ingredients of Hans Hellmut Kirst′s successful novel "08/15" (the number of an Army regulation). Shortly before the ou...
Who directed 08/15?
08/15 was directed by Paul May.
How long is 08/15?
08/15 has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was 08/15 released?
08/15 was released on September 30, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 08/15?
The main cast of 08/15 includes Joachim Fuchsberger, Helen Vita, Paul Bösiger, Emmerich Schrenk, Eva Ingeborg Scholz.