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The Axe of Wandsbek

The Axe of Wandsbek

Hamburg, Germany 1934: An executioner is needed. Teetjen makes the biggest mistake of his life. Because his butcher shop is facing bankruptcy, he agrees to execute a group of political prisoners for the Nazis. Once this becomes known, Teetjen’s life falls apart.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Das Beil von Wandsbek
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1951-05-11
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (3 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: DEFA
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1319
  • Languages: German

Cast & Crew

Erwin Geschonneck

Erwin Geschonneck

as Albert Teetjen

Käthe Braun

Käthe Braun

as Stine Teetjen

Gefion Helmke

Gefion Helmke

as Käthe Neumeier

Willy A. Kleinau

Willy A. Kleinau

as Hans-Peter Footh

Ursula Meissner

Ursula Meissner

as Annette Koldewey

Blandine Ebinger

Blandine Ebinger

as Mrs. Lintze

Maly Delschaft

Maly Delschaft

as Mrs. Lehmke

Fritz Wisten

Fritz Wisten

as Siegfried Mengers

Arthur Schröder

Arthur Schröder

as Dr. Koldewey

Helmuth Hinzelmann

Helmuth Hinzelmann

as Lintze

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Keywords

nazism

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Axe of Wandsbek?

The Axe of Wandsbek is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1951-05-11.

Who are the main actors in The Axe of Wandsbek?

The main cast includes Erwin Geschonneck, Käthe Braun, Gefion Helmke, Willy A. Kleinau, Ursula Meissner, .

Where can I watch The Axe of Wandsbek online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Axe of Wandsbek is available.

Is The Axe of Wandsbek based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Axe of Wandsbek?

The Axe of Wandsbek has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 3 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Axe of Wandsbek?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Axe of Wandsbek?

The soundtrack was composed by DEFA. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Axe of Wandsbek filmed?

The Axe of Wandsbek was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Axe of Wandsbek?

The total runtime of The Axe of Wandsbek is 110 minutes.

Is The Axe of Wandsbek suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Axe of Wandsbek?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Axe of Wandsbek.

Does The Axe of Wandsbek have a post-credit scene?

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