The Tales of Hoffmann
1951, English. Directed by Michael Powell & Emeric Pressburger.
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A melancholy poet reflects on three women he loved and lost in the past: a mechanical performing doll, a Venetian courtesan, and the consumptive daughter of a celebrated composer.
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Michael PowellDirector
- Emeric PressburgerDirector
- Moira ShearerStella / Olympia
- Ludmilla TchérinaGiulietta
- Pamela BrownNiklaus
- Léonide MassineSpalanzani / Schlemil / Franz
- Ann AyarsAntonia
- Robert HelpmannLindorf / Coppelius / Dapertutto / Dr. Miracle
- Frederick AshtonKleinsach / Cochenille
- Robert RounsevilleHoffmann
- Mogens WiethCrespel
- Lionel HarrisPitichinaccio
- Philip LeaverAndrés
- Meinhart MaurLuther
Details
- Released
- 4 April 1951
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger, Dennis Arundell
- Box office
- $2.5M
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What The Tales of Hoffmann is based on
The Tales of Hoffmann is based on The Tales of Hoffmann, an 1881 dramatico-musical work.
Dramatico-musical work · 1881
The Tales of Hoffmann
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The Tales of Hoffmann: quick answers
Is The Tales of Hoffmann worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 93 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Tales of Hoffmann?
The Tales of Hoffmann runs 127 minutes (2h 7m).
Does The Tales of Hoffmann have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Tales of Hoffmann. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Tales of Hoffmann parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Tales of Hoffmann is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Tales of Hoffmann on?
The Tales of Hoffmann isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Tales of Hoffmann?
If you liked The Tales of Hoffmann, try Love Never Dies, The Magic Flute, The Phantom of the Opera.
Who directed The Tales of Hoffmann?
The Tales of Hoffmann (1951) was directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger and stars Moira Shearer, Ludmilla Tchérina, Pamela Brown.
What is The Tales of Hoffmann based on?
The Tales of Hoffmann is based on The Tales of Hoffmann, an 1881 dramatico-musical work.