The Hindenburg
1975, English. Directed by Robert Wise.
The truth at last? What really happened to The Hindenburg?
Colonel Franz Ritter, a former hero pilot now working for military intelligence, is assigned to the great Hindenburg airship as its chief of security. As he races against the clock to uncover a possible saboteur aboard the doomed zeppelin he finds that any of the passengers and crew could be the culprit.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Hindenburg isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert WiseDirector
- George C. ScottCol. Franz Ritter
- Anne BancroftUrsula
- William AthertonBoerth
- Roy ThinnesMartin Vogel
- Gig YoungEdward Douglas
- Burgess MeredithEmilio Pajetta
- Charles DurningCaptain Pruss
- Richard DysartLehman
- Robert ClaryJoe Spah
- René AuberjonoisMajor Napier
- Peter DonatReed Channing
- Alan OppenheimerAlbert Breslau
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1975
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nelson Gidding
- Budget
- $15M
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What The Hindenburg is based on
The Hindenburg is based on a true story.
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The Hindenburg: quick answers
Is The Hindenburg worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 159 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Hindenburg?
The Hindenburg runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does The Hindenburg have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Hindenburg. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Hindenburg parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hindenburg is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Hindenburg on?
The Hindenburg isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Hindenburg?
If you liked The Hindenburg, try World Trade Center, Sully, True Spirit.
Who directed The Hindenburg?
The Hindenburg (1975) was directed by Robert Wise and stars George C. Scott, Anne Bancroft, William Atherton.
What is The Hindenburg based on?
The Hindenburg is based on a true story.