The Tunnel
Inspired by true events, Olympic swimmer Harry Melchior defects from East Germany in the 1960s and hatches a daring plot to help his sister and others flee East Berlin through a 145-yard underground tunnel.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Der Tunnel
- Genres: Drama, Thriller
- Release Date: 2001-01-21
- Runtime: 150 minutes
- Rating: 7.101/10 (99 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Sat.1, teamWorx
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.1922
- Languages: German
Cast & Crew
Heino Ferch
as Harry Melchior
Nicolette Krebitz
as Friederike " Fritzi " Scholz
Sebastian Koch
as Matthis Hiller
Alexandra Maria Lara
as Lotte Lohmann
Claudia Michelsen
as Carola Hiller
Felix Eitner
as Fred von Klausnitz
Mehmet Kurtuluş
as Vittorio Castanza
Heinrich Schmieder
as Theo Lohmann
Uwe Kockisch
as Oberst Krüger
Karin Baal
as Marianne von Krausnitz
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Tunnel?▼
The Tunnel is a Drama, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 2001-01-21.
Who are the main actors in The Tunnel?▼
The main cast includes Heino Ferch, Nicolette Krebitz, Sebastian Koch, Alexandra Maria Lara, Claudia Michelsen, .
Where can I watch The Tunnel online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Tunnel is available.
Is The Tunnel based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Tunnel?▼
The Tunnel has an IMDb rating of 7.101/10 based on 99 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Tunnel?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Tunnel?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Sat.1, teamWorx. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Tunnel filmed?▼
The Tunnel was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Tunnel?▼
The total runtime of The Tunnel is 150 minutes.
Is The Tunnel suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Tunnel?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Tunnel.
Does The Tunnel have a post-credit scene?▼
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