Karl May
1974, German. Directed by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg.
This ethereal, three-hour biopic starring Helmut Käutner as the writer Karl May interprets «a German hero's life» and thereby paints a picture of an entire era.
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- 3h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
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- 18 October 1974
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- Hans-Jürgen Syberberg
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Watch Ludwig – Requiem for a Virgin King (1972) first.
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Next in the series: Hitler: A Film from Germany (1977).
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How long is Karl May?
Karl May runs 187 minutes (3h 7m).
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Karl May isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 October 1974. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Karl May?
If you liked Karl May, try Mr. Turner, Dalíland, The Last Rifleman.
Who directed Karl May?
Karl May (1974) was directed by Hans-Jürgen Syberberg and stars Helmut Käutner, Kristina Söderbaum, Käthe Gold.