Martin Luther
1953 · Movie · 106 min · ★ 7.3
Produced by the Lutheran Church, this biographical drama depicts the struggle between the reformist monk and the medieval Roman Catholic Church.
Where to watch
Watch free on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi — also streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Dove Channel.
2 hours to watch.
Streaming availability and prices may be inaccurate or change — verify with the provider before subscribing.
unSUB's subscription recommendations are informational only, not financial advice.
More value for your money
Similar titles, ranked by watch-hours per subscription dollar.
Details
- Years
- 1953
- Release date
- 1953-05-08
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 106 min
- TMDB rating
- 7.3/10 (14 votes)
Themes
- christianity
- rebel
- biography
- religion
- catholicism
- reformation
- 16th century
- protestantism
Awards & recognition
- National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
- Academy Award — Best Art Direction, Black and White · 1954 · nominated
- Academy Award — Best Cinematography, Black-and-White · 1954 · nominated
Cast & crew
Niall MacGinnis
as Martin Luther
- JR
John Ruddock
as Vicar von Staupitz
- PL
Pierre Lefevre
as Spalatin
- GV
Guy Verney
as Melanchthon
Alastair Hunter
as Carlstadt
David Horne
as Duke Frederick
Fred Johnson
as Prior
- PL
Philip Leaver
as Pope Leo X
Heinz Piper
as Dr. Eck
- LW
Leonard White
as Emissary
Directed by Irving Pichel