The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
1964, German. Directed by Heinz Liesendahl.
A one-hour version of Tchaikovsky's classic ballet, with a somewhat revised storyline reminiscent of "The Wizard of Oz".
- Runtime
- 0h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Heinz LiesendahlDirector
- Edward VillellaThe Nutcracker / The Prince
- Melissa HaydenZuckerfee / Sugar Plum Fairy
- Patricia McBrideClara (in the dream)
- Harald KreutzbergUncle Drosselmeyer / Snow King
- Helga HeinrichBluebird
- Niels KehletBluebird
- Heidrun Schwaarz-KosakCast
- Margot WernerCast
- Monika MüllerCast
- Edith DemharterCast
- Ray BarraCast
- Hugo DelavalleCast
Details
- Released
- 24 December 1964
- Original title
- Der Nussknacker
- Country
- Germany
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The Nutcracker: quick answers
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How long is The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker runs 55 minutes (0h 55m).
Does The Nutcracker have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is The Nutcracker on?
The Nutcracker isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 December 1964. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Nutcracker?
If you liked The Nutcracker, try Take the Lead, A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D).
Who directed The Nutcracker?
The Nutcracker (1964) was directed by Heinz Liesendahl and stars Edward Villella, Melissa Hayden, Patricia McBride.