Who's Afraid of the Devil

Overview

Who's Afraid of the Devil (1977) is a Fantasy film starring Hans-Joachim Frank. The plot centers on Based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm: Jakob is a poor farmer′s boy.. With its dramatic approach and focus on justice, it remains a popular choice for streaming online.

Based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm: Jakob is a poor farmer′s boy. Because of his timidity that even makes him run away from mice, he is often ridiculed by other people. Even the king is ill-disposed towards him. One day he sends Jakob to the devil to rob him of three golden hairs. This is supposed to be Jakob′s certain death. But naïve Jakob gets going and on his way even promises the oppressed subjects of the king to ask the devil for a way out of their misery.

Plot Summary

If you want to know what Who's Afraid of the Devil is about: Based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm: Jakob is a poor farmer′s boy.. The 1977 release stands out for its justice and dramatic execution, making it easy to recommend for online streaming.

Cast and Crew

Starring Hans-Joachim Frank, Who's Afraid of the Devil delivers memorable performances across the board. The Fantasy film's cast has been praised by critics. Stream Who's Afraid of the Devil online and discover more about the actors.

Hans-Joachim Frank

Jakob

Dieter Franke

Teufel

Rolf Ludwig

König

Katrin Martin

Prinzessin

Wolfgang Greese

Steuereintreiber

Hannjo Hasse

Hofmarschall

?

Fred Ludwig

Jagdmeister

?

Peter Köhncke

General

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Klaus Powollik-Ronay

Hauptmann

Hans Klering

Hofkaplan

?

Harry Merkel

Schreiber

Hans-Peter Reinecke

Räuberhauptmann

Peter Dommisch

Räuber

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Peter Friedrichson

Räuber

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Horst Papke

Räuber

Genres

Fantasy fans will appreciate Who's Afraid of the Devil as a standout Fantasy film from 1977. Check out other Fantasy movies on our site to plan your next watch.

• Fantasy
• Comedy

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Production

Why People Love This Movie

Viewers praise Who's Afraid of the Devil for its engaging plot and memorable roles. The 1977 Fantasy film offers dramatic entertainment and thoughtful justice. Find where to watch Who's Afraid of the Devil online today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Who's Afraid of the Devil released?

Who's Afraid of the Devil was released in 1977.

Who stars in Who's Afraid of the Devil?

Who's Afraid of the Devil stars Hans-Joachim Frank and features a strong supporting cast. See the full cast list on this page.

What genre is Who's Afraid of the Devil?

Who's Afraid of the Devil is a Fantasy film. You can browse more Fantasy movies on Fluxcap Stream.

Where can I watch Who's Afraid of the Devil online?

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