Luther (1974 movie) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Luther |
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| Directed by | Guy Green |
| Produced by | Ely Landau |
| Written by | Edward Anhalt (script) John Osborne (play) |
| Starring | Stacy Keach Julian Glover Maurice Denham Judi Dench Patrick Magee Hugh Griffith Robert Stephens |
| Cinematography | Freddie Young |
| Distributed by | AFT Distributing Corporation |
| Release date(s) |  1973 April 1976 |
| Running time | 111 minutes |
| Language | English |
Luther is a 1974 movie that tells the story of Martin Luther. He was a very important person in history. The film stars Stacy Keach as Luther. It is based on a famous play by John Osborne.
About the Movie
The movie Luther brings to life the story of Martin Luther. He was a key figure in the Protestant Reformation. This was a big religious movement in Europe. The film shows events from Luther's life. It starts in the year 1506 and ends in 1526.
What Happens in the Story?
The film follows Martin Luther's journey. It shows his struggles and his beliefs. He was a monk and a professor. Luther challenged some teachings of the Catholic Church at the time. His actions led to major changes in Christianity. The movie highlights these important historical moments.
Meet the Cast
Many talented actors helped tell Luther's story. Here are some of the main actors and who they played:
- Stacy Keach as Martin Luther
- Patrick Magee as Luther's father
- Hugh Griffith as Johann Tetzel
- Maurice Denham as Johann von Staupitz, Vicar General
- Alan Badel as Cardinal Cajetan de Vio
- Robert Stephens as Johann Eck
- Judi Dench as Luther's wife
- Peter Cellier as Prior
- Leonard Rossiter as Brother Weinand
- Thomas Heathcote as a friend of Luther's father
- Julian Glover as Knight
- Matthew Guinness as reading monk
- Bruce Carstairs as Duke Frederick, Elector of Saxony
- Malcolm Stoddard as Emperor Charles the Fifth
Related Pages
- Martin Luther
- Luther film
