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Cast
Rudolf Prack
as Hauptmann Gustl Eichfeld
Winnie Markus
as Valerie von Trattenbach
Walter Müller
as Franz Radler
Gunther Philipp
as Hauptmann Török
Hans Moser
as Radler
Hannelore Bollmann
as Steffi
Josef Meinrad
as Pfeifendeckel Wondrasch
Oskar Sima
as Feldwebel
Susi Nicoletti
as Gräfin Trangini
Erik Frey
as von Jurinic
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1954
Runtime1h 42m
LanguageGerman
CertificationNR
GenresMusic, Comedy, Drama
Votes1
DirectorFranz Antel
WritersJutta Bornemann, Gunther Philipp, Karl Leiter
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsImperial Manoeuvres
About Imperial Manoeuvres
In Franz Joseph I's Vienna, Captain Eichfeld publishes a witty satire on imperial Austrian army abuses, using the pseudonym "Spectator." It's popular, but Eichfeld dares not reveal his identity, as he wants the hand of conservative General von Trattenbach's daughter. His race rival blackmails both lovers.
Directed by Franz Antel, Imperial Manoeuvres leans on a strong ensemble — Rudolf Prack, Winnie Markus, Walter Müller — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about music titles of 1954.
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