Direction: Richard Oswald

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Richard Oswald. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Eerie Tales

1919 · Movie · 112 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Anita Berber · Conrad Veidt · Reinhold Schünzel · Hugo Döblin

Synopsis Eerie Tales (1919) unfolds after the closure of an antiquarian bookshop, where portraits of the Strumpet, Death, and the Devil spring to life. These eerie figures entertain themselves by delving into tales that feature themselves in diverse roles and historical...

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Lucretia Borgia

1922 · Movie · 75 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Conrad Veidt · Liane Haid · Albert Basserman · Paul Wegener

Synopsis Lucretia Borgia (1922) unfolds the tale of Rodrigo Borgia, who ascends to the papacy as Pope Alexander VI, and his three grown children: Juan, a man of virtue with a beloved from the common folk; Lucrezia, a virtuous woman engaged...

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Tempête sur l'Asie

1938 · Movie · 95 min. · France

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Conrad Veidt · Sessue Hayakawa · Madeleine Robinson · Lucas Gridoux

Synopsis Tempête sur l'Asie (1938) follows the thrilling journey of a daring adventurer who embarks on a perilous mission to secure valuable oil reserves hidden within the vast and untamed landscapes of Mongolia. The film delves into the high-stakes world of...

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Flower of Hawaii

1933 · Movie · 86 min. · Germany

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Daughter of Evil

1930 · Movie · 103 min. · Germany

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The Merry-Go-Round

1920 · Movie · 65 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Asta Nielsen · Conrad Veidt · Eduard von Winterstein · Irmgard Bern

Synopsis The Merry-Go-Round (1920) is a gripping drama that centers around Elena, a woman who has turned to street walking to make ends meet. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she decides to marry Albert, a kind-hearted shopkeeper. However, their...

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A Crazy Night

1927 · Movie · 70 min. · Germany

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A Night of Horror

1916 · Movie · 56 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald · Arthur Robison

Cast Emil Jannings · Werner Krauss · Laurence Köhler · Hans Mierendorff

Synopsis A Night of Horror (1916) follows a tale of obsession and madness. A highly possessive artist, driven by intense jealousy, resorts to a chilling disguise. Donning a monkey costume, he embarks on a deadly spree, targeting any man who dares...

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Tales of the Uncanny

1932 · Movie · 89 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Paul Wegener · Maria Koppenhöfer · Blandine Ebinger · Eugen Klöpfer

Synopsis Tales of the Uncanny (1932) follows the chilling narrative of a deranged scientist who commits the ultimate crime, taking the life of his own wife and concealing her body within the walls of their home. Driven by a twisted sense...

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The Uncanny House

1916 · Movie · 40 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Werner Krauss · Alfred Breiderhoff · Lupu Pick · Kathe Oswald

Synopsis The Uncanny House (1916) follows the tale of a young, jobless man who fortuitously secures a position as a private secretary. The role comes with an attractive salary and a luxurious apartment, but his new living situation quickly takes a...

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Die Rothausgasse

1928 · Movie · 61 min. · Germany

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The Lovable Cheat

1949 · Movie · 75 min. · United States

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Charles Ruggles · Peggy Ann Garner · Richard Ney · Alan Mowbray

Synopsis The Lovable Cheat (1949) follows the tale of two businessmen on the brink of financial ruin. One of the partners devises a daring plan to set sail and secure the funds they desperately need. Meanwhile, the other partner is left...

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Vienna, City of Song

1930 · Movie · 111 min. · Germany

Direction Richard Oswald

Cast Charlotte Ander · Paul Morgan · Igo Sym · Max Hansen

Synopsis Vienna, City of Song (1930) follows the romantic tale of Steffi, who is deeply in love with an unemployed musician named Pepi. However, her father, Ignaz Korn, a musical instrument retailer, has different plans. He insists that Steffi should marry...

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Laws of Love

1927 · Documentary · 110 min. · Germany

Direction Magnus Hirschfeld · Richard Oswald

Cast Leo Connard · Magnus Hirschfeld · Fritz Schuz · Reinhold Schünzel

Synopsis Laws of Love (1927) is a documentary crafted by Magnus Hirschfeld, featuring an abridged rendition of his earlier work, "Different From the Others" (1919).

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