Charles XII (1925)
The film depicts the life of Charles XII of Sweden who oversaw the expansion of the Swedish Empire until its defeat at the Battle of Poltava. It was the most expensive production in Swedish history when it was made, and inspired a string of large budget Swedish historical films
Director: John W. Brunius
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 266 min
Release Date: February 2, 1925
Cast
- Gösta Ekman - Karl XII
- Bengt Djurberg - Sven Björnberg
- Augusta Lindberg - majorskan Kerstin Ulfclou på Berga
- Mona Mårtenson - Anna Ulfclou
- Harry Roeck Hansen - Erik Ulfclou, bonde
- Axel Lagerberg - Johan Ulflcou, teolog
- Palle Brunius - Lill-Lasse Ulfclou
- Paul Seelig - Bengt Ulfclou, löjtnant
- Tyra Dörum - Kajsa, piga på Berga
- Nicolai de Seversky - tsar Peter I av Ryssland
Screenplay
Production: AB Historisk Film
Country: Sweden
Language: No Language
Original Language: sv
More Films by Director: John W. Brunius
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Charles XII about?
- The film depicts the life of Charles XII of Sweden who oversaw the expansion of the Swedish Empire until its defeat at the Battle of Poltava. It was the most expensive production in Swedish history when it was made, and inspired a string of large budget Swedish historical films
- Who directed Charles XII?
- Charles XII was directed by John W. Brunius.
- Who stars in Charles XII?
- Charles XII stars Gösta Ekman, Bengt Djurberg, Augusta Lindberg, Mona Mårtenson, Harry Roeck Hansen, Axel Lagerberg.
- How long is Charles XII?
- Charles XII has a runtime of 4h 26m (266 minutes).
- What genre is Charles XII?
- Charles XII is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Charles XII produced?
- Charles XII was produced in Sweden.