The Dance of Death
1969, German. Directed by Michael Verhoeven.
An adaptation of the play by August Strindberg. An egocentric artillery Captain and his venomous wife battle on their isolated island fortress. Alice, a former actress, reveals their marriage’s hell on their 25th anniversary. Edgar, an aging schizophrenic, struggles with his illness and arrogance. Fearing Alice and her cousin Kurt may ally against him, he retaliates. Alice lures Kurt into a plot to destroy Edgar.
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- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
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- Released
- 9 November 1969
- Original title
- Paarungen
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Michael Verhoeven, August Strindberg
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The Dance of Death isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Dance of Death?
If you liked The Dance of Death, try The Young One, The Visit, Hands of Stone.
Who directed The Dance of Death?
The Dance of Death (1969) was directed by Michael Verhoeven and stars Ilona Grübel, Lilli Palmer, Karl Michael Vogler.