The Harpist
1999, English. Directed by Hansjörg Thurn.
The Harpist is a 1999 British-German drama film directed by Hansjörg Thurn and starring Geraldine O'Rawe, Christien Anholt and Stephen McGann. Its plot concerns a young novelist who travels to Hamburg to see an Irish harpist with whom he has become obsessed.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 20 April 1999
- Original title
- Die Harfenspielerin
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom
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How long is The Harpist?
The Harpist runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
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The Harpist isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 April 1999. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Harpist?
If you liked The Harpist, try The Sound of Silence, What Maisie Knew, Hungry Hearts.
Who directed The Harpist?
The Harpist (1999) was directed by Hansjörg Thurn and stars Christien Anholt, Colin Baker, Barbara Murray.