Quick facts
- Released
- July 14, 1913
- Runtime
- 40 min
- Rating
- NR
- IMDb
- tt0464694
- Country
- United States
- Language
- No Language
- Studio
- Thanhouser Company
Cast
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Tannhäuser about?
- Dramatic three-reel film based on Wagner's opera of chivalry and spiritual struggle. Wandering minstrel Tannhauser wins the heart of Elizabeth, niece of the powerful Landgrave. Later, under the spell of Venus and her nymphs, Tannhauser passes into Venusberg, a netherworld of earthly pleasures. Returning to the Landgrave's court, he praises Venus in song and sparks the righteous anger of all present. His own prayers and those of Elizabeth free him from enchantment and he takes up the habit of a monk, devoting himself to God. He sets off to seek absolution in Rome while Elizabeth waits at court, ever weakening in his absence.
- Who directed Tannhäuser?
- Tannhäuser was directed by Lucius Henderson.
- Who stars in Tannhäuser?
- Tannhäuser stars Florence La Badie, Marguerite Snow, James Cruze, William Russell.
- When was Tannhäuser released?
- Tannhäuser is a 1913 romance, fantasy, drama film.
- Where can I watch Tannhäuser?
- You can watch Tannhäuser with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.