Danton
Originally released in 1921. Danton is a history/drama film. directed by Dimitri Buchowetzki. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Emil Jannings, Werner Krauss, and Ferdinand von Alten
Synopsis
At the height of Reign of Terror Maximilien Robespierre orchestrates the trial and execution of several of his fellow leading French revolutionaries including Georges Danton.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 3, 1921
104 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Emil Jannings
as Danton
Werner Krauss
as Robespierre
Ferdinand von Alten
as Hérault-Séchelles
Friedrich Kühne
as Fouquier-Tinville
Ossip Runitsch
as Camille Desmoulins
Eduard von Winterstein
as Genaral Westermann
Hugo Döblin
as Henriot
Maly Delschaft
as Julia Danton
Robert Scholz
as St. Just
Hilde Woerner
as Mädchen Babette
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Wörner-Filmgesellschaft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danton about?
At the height of Reign of Terror Maximilien Robespierre orchestrates the trial and execution of several of his fellow leading French revolutionaries including Georges Danton.
Who directed Danton?
Danton was directed by Dimitri Buchowetzki.
How long is Danton?
Danton has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Danton released?
Danton was released on May 3, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Danton?
The main cast of Danton includes Emil Jannings, Werner Krauss, Ferdinand von Alten, Friedrich Kühne, Ossip Runitsch.