Pygmalion
Originally released in 1935. Pygmalion is a comedy/romance film. directed by Erich Engel.
Starring Jenny Jugo, Gustaf Gründgens, and Anton Edthofer
Synopsis
When linguistics professor Henry Higgins boasts that he can pass off Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle as a princess with only six months' training, Colonel George Pickering takes him up on the bet. Eliza moves into Higgins's home and begins her rigorous training after the professor comes to a financial agreement with her dustman father, Alfred. But the plucky young woman is not the only one undergoing a transformation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1935
90 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jenny Jugo
as Elisa Doolittle
Gustaf Gründgens
as Professor Higgins
Anton Edthofer
as Obert Pickering
Hedwig Bleibtreu
as Mrs. Higgins
Eugen Klöpfer
as Alfred Doolittle
Käthe Haack
as Mrs. Pearce
Olga Limburg
as Frau Pearce
Karin Evans
as Klara Hill
Vivigenz Eickstedt
as Freddy Hill
Erika Glässner
as Betsy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Klagemann-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pygmalion about?
When linguistics professor Henry Higgins boasts that he can pass off Cockney flower girl Eliza Doolittle as a princess with only six months' training, Colonel George Pickering takes him up on the b...
Who directed Pygmalion?
Pygmalion was directed by Erich Engel.
How long is Pygmalion?
Pygmalion has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Pygmalion released?
Pygmalion was released on September 1, 1935 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pygmalion?
The main cast of Pygmalion includes Jenny Jugo, Gustaf Gründgens, Anton Edthofer, Hedwig Bleibtreu, Eugen Klöpfer.