Knife in the Back_
At night, a violent confrontation between a pimp and a Greek guest worker takes place on Hamburg's Reeperbahn, resulting in the latter's death. In the subsequent trial before a jury, contradictory statements make it difficult to decide whether this was an intentional act or an accident.
Starring
Hans Brenner, Karl-Heinz Vosgerau, Hellmut Lange
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Knife in the Back was released 51 years ago in 1975.
Overview
At night, a violent confrontation between a pimp and a Greek guest worker takes place on Hamburg's Reeperbahn, resulting in the latter's death. In the subseq...
Knife in the Back is a Drama film with a runtime of 1h 37m.
CAST (11)
Hans Brenner
Hans Eder
Karl-Heinz Vosgerau
Werner
Hellmut Lange
Untersuchungsrichter
FH
Fritz Hollenbeck
Verteidiger
Barbara Valentin
Prostituierte
Isolde Barth
Prostituierte
Lutz Mackensy
Richter
Günter Lamprecht
Schöffe
Matthias Ponnier
Bordellangestellter
Gert Haucke
Schöffe
Horst Hesslein
Barkeeper
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Knife in the Back about?
At night, a violent confrontation between a pimp and a Greek guest worker takes place on Hamburg's Reeperbahn, resulting in the latter's death. In the subsequent trial before a jury, contradictory statements make it difficult to decide whether this was an intentional act or an accident.
How long is Knife in the Back?
Knife in the Back has a runtime of 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Who stars in Knife in the Back?
The cast of Knife in the Back includes Hans Brenner, Karl-Heinz Vosgerau, Hellmut Lange, Fritz Hollenbeck, Barbara Valentin.
GENRES (1)
Drama
