Faust (1926)
Original title: Faust - Eine deutsche Volkssage
Faust is a 1926 German-language fantasy movie directed by F. W. Murnau, with a running time of 1h 56m. It stars Gösta Ekman, Emil Jannings and Camilla Horn.
God and Satan wager on the soul of a learned and prayerful alchemist as part of their eternal war over Earth.
Quick answers
What is Faust about?
God and Satan wager on the soul of a learned and prayerful alchemist as part of their eternal war over Earth.
When was Faust released?
Faust was released on 13 October 1926.
How long is Faust?
Faust runs 1h 56m.
Who made Faust?
Faust was directed by F. W. Murnau.
Where can I watch Faust?
Faust is available on Kino Film Collection, Darkroom, Fawesome, JustWatch TV, Kanopy and Amazon Video.
Where to watch Faust
Stream: Kino Film Collection
Watch free: Darkroom, Fawesome, JustWatch TV, Kanopy
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
Cast
- Gösta Ekman as Faust
- Emil Jannings as Mephisto
- Camilla Horn as Gretchen Marguerite
- Frida Richard as Gretchens's Mother
- William Dieterle as Valentin
- Werner Fuetterer as Erzengel
- Yvette Guilbert as Marthe Schwerdtlein
- Eric Barclay as Duke of Parma
- Hanna Ralph as Duchess of Parma
- Hans Brausewetter as Farmboy (uncredited)
- Lothar Müthel as Friar (uncredited)
- Hertha von Walther as (uncredited)
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