Without Trumpet or Drum
Originally released in 1959. Without Trumpet or Drum is a comedy/war film. directed by Helmut Käutner.
Starring Hardy Krüger, Jean Richard, and Dany Carrel
Synopsis
Summer 1870. Following the French defeat at Sedan. Léon, a soldier in a detachment isolated in the Ardennes forest, is sent in search of water. When he discovers the most peaceful of rivers, he decides to undress and bathe in it. At bend of the river he catches sight of another naked swimmer. It's a Prussian! Both men start bickering a bit: aren't they supposed to be arch enemies? But they soon fraternize. Unfortunately the patrol has not vanished in the haze and they hear it coming. Each man gets hold of his uniform and runs away in two opposite directions. The only trouble is that Fritz the Prussian has donned the French uniform and Leon the Prussian one!
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 22, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
Language
German
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Hardy Krüger
as Fritz Brösicke
Jean Richard
as Leon Riffard
Dany Carrel
as Marguerite
Françoise Rosay
as La grand-mère de Marguerite
Theo Lingen
as Colonel Tuplitz
Lucien Nat
as Captain
Helmut Käutner
as Königliche Hoheit
Fritz Tillmann
as Hauptmann Knöpfer
Ralf Wolter
as Uhlan Lehmann
Yves Barsacq
as Un Français
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- UFA
- C.A.P.A.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Without Trumpet or Drum about?
Summer 1870. Following the French defeat at Sedan. Léon, a soldier in a detachment isolated in the Ardennes forest, is sent in search of water. When he discovers the most peaceful of rivers, he de...
Who directed Without Trumpet or Drum?
Without Trumpet or Drum was directed by Helmut Käutner.
How long is Without Trumpet or Drum?
Without Trumpet or Drum has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Without Trumpet or Drum released?
Without Trumpet or Drum was released on December 22, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Without Trumpet or Drum?
The main cast of Without Trumpet or Drum includes Hardy Krüger, Jean Richard, Dany Carrel, Françoise Rosay, Theo Lingen.