Der Gefangene des Königs
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.
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Production Details
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- 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.