The Hangman movie poster

The Hangman

August 9, 1928 1h 34m

Originally released in 1928. The Hangman is a drama film. directed by Theodor Sparkuhl.

Starring Andrée Lafayette, Bernhard Goetzke, and Fritz Kampers

Synopsis

Prosecutor Leander is known for his heavy-handed and unyielding pleadings, demanding draconian punishments, often even the death penalty, for every accused offender. One day, he will experience first-hand how complex some legal assessments can be. Love and passion, hatred and jealousy can drive even the most righteous people to actions they would never normally commit. Therefore, not everyone who commits a crime is necessarily a criminal.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 9, 1928 97 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Hisa-Film-Vertrieb GmbH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hangman about?

Prosecutor Leander is known for his heavy-handed and unyielding pleadings, demanding draconian punishments, often even the death penalty, for every accused offender. One day, he will experience fir...

Who directed The Hangman?

The Hangman was directed by Theodor Sparkuhl.

How long is The Hangman?

The Hangman has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was The Hangman released?

The Hangman was released on August 9, 1928 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Hangman?

The main cast of The Hangman includes Andrée Lafayette, Bernhard Goetzke, Fritz Kampers, Max Landa, Georg John.