6.3
Where can I stream Ludwig legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Ludwig in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Ludwig
1964·Movie
Ludwig fingerprint
Strong craft, low-key.
Energy
Calm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension5
- Spectacle4
- Adrenaline3
Heart
Melancholic and moving
- Melancholy8
- Pathos7
- Catharsis6
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor5
- Satire & Parody4
- Absurdist Humor3
World
History, the mind, and society
- Dialogue Centrality8
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout performances and characters
- Acting8
- Character Depth8
- Direction7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Editing6
- Music Composition6
Energy
LowCalm and low-key
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Ludwig is calm and low-intensity. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension5Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare1Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic and moving
Emotionally, it's melancholic and moving.
All heart traits
- Melancholy8Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos7Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis6Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age6Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics6Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome3Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Humor
LowSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody4Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor3Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
World
MediumHistory, the mind, and society
Its world is built around history, the mind, and society.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Historical7Period settings and real events.
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism7Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Politics6Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Spiritual5Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
Craft
HighStandout performances and characters
The performances and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue5Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Philosophical6Ideas about life and existence.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Visual Stylization5Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality8Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
A film about a young man (Otto Sander) in a poor Bavarian village who plays the role of the village idiot.
Bavarian Village LifeVillage IdiotMelancholicSocial CommentaryPsychological ExplorationPolitical IntrigueCharacter-DrivenSlow-PacedHistorical Drama
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Titles like Ludwig
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Ludwig
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Ludwig
Ludwig1964
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:The Master (2012)Jude (1996)Character (1997)Godland (2022)Tess (1979)The Conformist (1971)The Homesman (2014)When Father Was Away on Business (1985)The Magnificent Ambersons (1942)Ju Dou (1990)Mother India (1957)The Assassination of Richard Nixon (2004)The Man Who Laughs (1928)Indignation (2016)Burnt by the Sun (1994)Never Look Away (2018)Raise the Red Lantern (1991)Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022)Bleak House (2005)Mr. Klein (1976)Cria! (1976)The Damned (1969)Diary of a Country Priest (1951)Greed (1924)Nights of Cabiria (1957)My Father and My Son (2005)Day of Wrath (1943)Happy as Lazzaro (2018)Cold War (2018)Wildlife (2018)Jane Eyre (1943)Angels with Dirty Faces (1938)Armageddon Time (2022)The Bad Sleep Well (1960)The Wonder (2022)The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie (1969)All the King's Men (1949)The Ice Storm (1997)The Shop on Main Street (1965)Maharani (2021)White Hunter, Black Heart (1990)Great Expectations (2012)East of Eden (2026)True Confessions (1981)Jane Eyre (2011)The Best of Youth (2003)Wuthering Heights (1939)The Children's Hour (1961)Manon of the Spring (1986)The Grapes of Wrath (1940)Aparajito (1956)Bombay (1995)Dead End (1937)The Spirit of the Beehive (1973)The Official Story (1985)A Christmas Carol (1984)Water (2005)Spencer (2021)Invisible Life (2019)The Young and the Damned (1950)I Vitelloni (1953)The Unbearable Lightness of Being (1988)Ophelia (2019)Ash Is Purest White (2018)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Ludwig
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Ludwig worth watching?
61
DecentGoodWatch scoreOpinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.3). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is Ludwig?
0 h 15 min
Ludwig runs 0 h 15 min.
What language is Ludwig in?
German
It was made in German. Produced in Germany.
What tropes does Ludwig use?
The Good ChancellorFraming DeviceShout-OutThe MistressByronic HeroAmbiguous EndingGratuitous FrenchBut Not Too BiKissing CousinsHow We Got HereSettle for SiblingSanity Slippageand 4 more
TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for Ludwig, including The Good Chancellor, Framing Device, Shout-Out.