Asphalt
1929, German. Directed by Joe May.
Starring Betty Amann in her most famous leading role, Joe May's Asphalt is a luxuriously produced German Expressionist classic where tragic liaisons and fatal encounters are shaped alongside the constant roar of Berlin traffic.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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7.3/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Joe MayDirector
- Albert SteinrückHauptwachtmeister Holk
- Else HellerMutter Holk
- Gustav FröhlichWachtmeister Albert Holk
- Betty AmannElse Kramer
- Hans Adalbert SchlettowKonsul Langen
- Hans AlbersErster Dieb
- Rosa ValettiGeschäftsführerin
- Paul HörbigerZweiter Dieb
- Arthur DuarteCast
- Trude LieskeCast
- Rudolf Meinhard-JüngerCast
- Karl PlatenCast
Details
- Released
- 12 March 1929
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Joe May, Hans Székely, Rolf E. Vanloo
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Asphalt: quick answers
Is Asphalt worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Asphalt?
Asphalt runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Asphalt have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Asphalt. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Asphalt parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Asphalt yet.
Which OTT platform is Asphalt on?
Asphalt isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Asphalt?
If you liked Asphalt, try The Lives of Others, Lola, Christiane F..
Who directed Asphalt?
Asphalt (1929) was directed by Joe May and stars Albert Steinrück, Else Heller, Gustav Fröhlich.