Pandora's Box
1929, German. Directed by G.W. Pabst.
The rise and inevitable fall of an amoral but naive young woman whose insouciant eroticism inspires lust and violence in those around her.
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Pandora's Box
Pandora's Box is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Eternal Family in India.
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Cast & crew
- G.W. PabstDirector
- Louise BrooksLulu
- Fritz KortnerDr. Ludwig Schön
- Francis LedererAlwa Schön
- Carl GoetzSchigolch
- Krafft-RaschigRodrigo Quast
- Alice RobertsCountess Anna Geschwitz
- Daisy D'OraCharlotte Marie Adelaide von Zarnikow
- Gustav DiesslJack the Ripper
- Michael von NewlinskyMarquis Casti-Piani
- Sig ArnoThe Stage Manager
- Karl EtlingerDefense attorney
Details
- Released
- 30 January 1929
- Original title
- Die Büchse der Pandora
- Country
- Germany
- Written by
- Ladislaus Vajda, Joseph Fleisler, G.W. Pabst
- Box office
- $886K
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What Pandora's Box is based on
Pandora's Box is based on Pandora's Box, a 1902 play or musical by Frank Wedekind.
Play or musical · 1902
Pandora's Box
By Frank Wedekind
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Pandora's Box: quick answers
Is Pandora's Box worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 275 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pandora's Box?
Pandora's Box runs 141 minutes (2h 21m).
Does Pandora's Box have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pandora's Box. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pandora's Box parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pandora's Box is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Pandora's Box on?
Pandora's Box is streaming on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Eternal Family in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pandora's Box?
If you liked Pandora's Box, try Killer Heat, In Secret, Lonely Hearts.
Who directed Pandora's Box?
Pandora's Box (1929) was directed by G.W. Pabst and stars Louise Brooks, Fritz Kortner, Francis Lederer.
What is Pandora's Box based on?
Pandora's Box is based on Pandora's Box, a 1902 play or musical by Frank Wedekind.