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Der Geizige

September 1, 1990

Originally released in 1990. Der Geizige is a comedy film. directed by Gerhard Klingenberg.

Starring Harald Juhnke, Daniela Strietzel, and Volker Brandt

Synopsis

Paris in the 17th century: Harpagon is an old miser. He is constantly obsessed with the fear that someone will steal his money box buried in the garden. The old man, who is completely indifferent to his children's wishes, wants to marry his daughter Élise to an unattractive old man without a dowry. His son Cléante is to marry a rich widow, whose death he hopes will come soon so that he can inherit her fortune. For himself, however, the miser has chosen a young girl named Mariane, with whom his son is in love. Confusion ensues, and when Harpagon's beloved money box is stolen, the situation reaches boiling point...

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 1, 1990 35 years ago
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Der Geizige about?

Paris in the 17th century: Harpagon is an old miser. He is constantly obsessed with the fear that someone will steal his money box buried in the garden. The old man, who is completely indifferent t...

Who directed Der Geizige?

Der Geizige was directed by Gerhard Klingenberg.

When was Der Geizige released?

Der Geizige was released on September 1, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Der Geizige?

The main cast of Der Geizige includes Harald Juhnke, Daniela Strietzel, Volker Brandt, Margret Homeyer, Horst Pinnow.