The Tinder Box
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A young soldier discovers three chests of copper, silver and gold and an old tinder-box in the hollow of an old oak tree. He is now rich. But he squanders the money until it is all gone. All he has left is the old tinder-box. He uses it to light a small pipe and three large dogs come to his rescue. Based on the fairy-tale by Hans Christian Anderson.
Cast
Rolf Ludwig
as Der Soldat
Heinz Schubert
as Der Geizige
Rolf Defrank
as Der Eitle
Hannes Fischer
as Der Dicke
Hans Fiebrandt
as Der König
Maria Besendahl
as Die Königin
Senta Bonacker
as Die Kammerfrau
Bella Waldritter
as Die Hexe
Fritz Schlegel
as Der Wirt
Barbara Mehlan
as Prinzessin
Maria Wendt
as Altes Mütterchen
Steffie Spira
as Köchin
Johannes Maus
as Meister Schaft
Friedrich Teitge
as Schreiber (uncredited)
Jochen Diestelmann
as Offizier des Königs
Kay Sikor
as Offizier des Königs
Jean Brahn
as Wachsoldat
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Stream The Tinder Box online free in HD on CineFlixo. A popular fantasy and family movie originally produced in Alemán and released in 1959, it's earned a solid 6.6/10 from 18 viewers worldwide.
About The Tinder Box
A young soldier discovers three chests of copper, silver and gold and an old tinder-box in the hollow of an old oak tree. He is now rich. But he squanders the money until it is all gone. All he has left is the old tinder-box. He uses it to light a small pipe and three large dogs come to his rescue. Based on the fairy-tale by Hans Christian Anderson. Running 80 minutes.
The Tinder Box Cast and Characters
The cast features Rolf Ludwig (as Der Soldat), Heinz Schubert (as Der Geizige), Rolf Defrank (as Der Eitle), Hannes Fischer (as Der Dicke), and Hans Fiebrandt (as Der König). Their performances are a major reason The Tinder Box has built such a passionate audience.
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The Tinder Box flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy Alemán storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Tinder Box
Where can I watch The Tinder Box online for free?
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How long is The Tinder Box?
The Tinder Box runs for 80 minutes (about 1.3 hour).
Is The Tinder Box good? What's the rating?
The Tinder Box holds a 6.6/10 rating based on 18 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Tinder Box?
The main cast includes Rolf Ludwig, Heinz Schubert, Rolf Defrank, and Hannes Fischer, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Tinder Box available in Alemán?
Yes — The Tinder Box was originally produced in Alemán and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Tinder Box released?
The Tinder Box was released in 1959.
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Where can I watch The Tinder Box for free?
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What is The Tinder Box about?
The Tinder Box is a Fantasy/Family film. A young soldier discovers three chests of copper, silver and gold and an old tinder-box in the hollow of an old oak tree. He is now rich. But he squanders the money until it is all gone. All he has left is the old tinder-box. He uses it to light a small pipe and three large dogs come to his rescue. Based on the fairy-tale by Hans Christian Anderson.
When was The Tinder Box released?
The Tinder Box was released on April 17, 1959. It has a runtime of 1h 20m. The film was produced by DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme.
Who stars in The Tinder Box?
The Tinder Box stars Rolf Ludwig, Heinz Schubert, Rolf Defrank and Hannes Fischer. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Tinder Box available in HD?
Yes, The Tinder Box is available to stream in high definition (HD) on CineFlixo. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.