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Der Gefangene des Königs

August 12, 1935

Originally released in 1935. Der Gefangene des Königs is a comedy film. directed by Carl Boese.

Starring Paul Kemp, Adele Sandrock, and Hilde Hildebrand

Synopsis

A comedy loosely based on the life story of Johann Friedrich Böttger, the inventor of Meissen porcelain: In Berlin, the pharmacist Fritz Böttger gains a reputation for being able to make gold and is imprisoned on the orders of the Prussian king. Following in the footsteps of a young lady, he flees to Saxony, but is also imprisoned in Dresden and forced to make gold. Although he does not succeed in this, by chance he discovers how to make porcelain instead. Augustus the Strong appoints him baron and director of the royal porcelain manufactory.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 12, 1935 90 years ago
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Der Gefangene des Königs about?

A comedy loosely based on the life story of Johann Friedrich Böttger, the inventor of Meissen porcelain: In Berlin, the pharmacist Fritz Böttger gains a reputation for being able to make gold and...

Who directed Der Gefangene des Königs?

Der Gefangene des Königs was directed by Carl Boese.

When was Der Gefangene des Königs released?

Der Gefangene des Königs was released on August 12, 1935 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Der Gefangene des Königs?

The main cast of Der Gefangene des Königs includes Paul Kemp, Adele Sandrock, Hilde Hildebrand, Hubert von Meyerinck, Max Gülstorff.