The Merchant of Four Seasons
Originally released in 1971. The Merchant of Four Seasons is a drama film. directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hans Hirschmüller, Irm Hermann, and Hanna Schygulla
Synopsis
Hans is a street fruit peddler and born loser. His choice of career upsets his bourgeois family, causing him to turn to drinking and violence. After recovering from a debilitating heart attack, his business finally begins to take off. However, the more he becomes a credit to his family, the more depressed he becomes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1971
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (76 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Hans Hirschmüller
as Hans Epp
Irm Hermann
as Irmgard Epp
Hanna Schygulla
as Anna Epp, Hans's sister
Andrea Schober
as Renate Epp, Hans's daughter
Karl Scheydt
as Anzell
Klaus Löwitsch
as Harry
Gusti Kreissl
as Mother Epp
Ingrid Caven
as Hans's great love
Peter Chatel
as Dr. Harlach
Elga Sorbas
as Marile
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Tango Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Merchant of Four Seasons about?
Hans is a street fruit peddler and born loser. His choice of career upsets his bourgeois family, causing him to turn to drinking and violence. After recovering from a debilitating heart attack, his...
Who directed The Merchant of Four Seasons?
The Merchant of Four Seasons was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
How long is The Merchant of Four Seasons?
The Merchant of Four Seasons has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Merchant of Four Seasons released?
The Merchant of Four Seasons was released on January 1, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Merchant of Four Seasons?
The main cast of The Merchant of Four Seasons includes Hans Hirschmüller, Irm Hermann, Hanna Schygulla, Andrea Schober, Karl Scheydt.