Spider's Web(1989)
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Spider's Web Synopsis
Ulrich Mühe plays a German businessman who was born completely without scruples. This makes him an eminently suitable candidate for success in the chaotic years after World War I. The shameless man's story is contrasted with that of his polar opposite, a Jewish anarchist.
Spider's Web (1989) is a drama film directed by Bernhard Wicki, released on September 21, 1989 with a runtime of 3h 16m. It stars Ulrich Mühe, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Armin Mueller-Stahl and Andrea Jonasson. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 11 ratings.
- Director:
- Bernhard Wicki
- Writers:
- Joseph Roth, Wolfgang Kirchner, Bernhard Wicki
- Producers:
- Wolfgang Patzschke, Jürgen Haase
- Cinematographer:
- Gérard Vandenberg
- Production:
- ORF, Beta Film, Provobis Film, ZDF, RAI, TVE
- Status:
- Released
Spider's Web (1989) Trailer
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Spider's Web Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ulrich Mühe
as Theodor Lohse
Klaus Maria Brandauer
as Benjamin Lenz
Armin Mueller-Stahl
as Baron von Rastchuk
Andrea Jonasson
as Rahel Efrussi
Agnes Fink
as Mutter Lohse
Hans Korte
as Geheimrat Hugenberg
Hark Bohm
as Dada-Künstler
Horst Sachtleben
as Kommissar
Joachim Bliese
as Staatssekretär Hilper
- Elisabeth Endriss
Elisabeth Endriss
as Anna
Ullrich Haupt
as Baron von Köckwitz
- András Fricsay
András Fricsay
as Klitsche
Key crew
Directed by Bernhard Wicki, written by Joseph Roth, Wolfgang Kirchner and Bernhard Wicki, produced by Wolfgang Patzschke and Jürgen Haase.
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Spider's Web Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 11 ratings.
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Spider's Web – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Spider's Web online?
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Spider's Web (1989) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Spider's Web?
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The main cast of Spider's Web (1989) includes Ulrich Mühe, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Andrea Jonasson and Agnes Fink. The film was directed by Bernhard Wicki. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Spider's Web released?
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Spider's Web was released on September 21, 1989 and runs for 3h 16m.
Is Spider's Web worth watching?
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Spider's Web (1989) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 11 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Spider's Web?
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Yes. The official Spider's Web trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.