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The Tunnel

Drama • Thriller • 2001 • 2h 30m

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RATING★ 3.6

RUNTIME2h 30m

LANGUAGEDE

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

Inspired by true events, Olympic swimmer Harry Melchior defects from East Germany in the 1960s and hatches a daring plot to help his sister and others flee East Berlin through a 145-yard underground tunnel.

🎥 Production Details

Release Status: Released
Genres: Drama, Thriller
Director: Roland Suso Richter
Original Language: DE

🎭 Cast

Heino Ferch

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tunnel about?: Inspired by true events, Olympic swimmer Harry Melchior defects from East Germany in the 1960s and hatches a daring plot to help his sister and others flee East Berlin through a 145-yard underground tunnel.
Who directed The Tunnel?: The Tunnel was directed by Roland Suso Richter.
When was The Tunnel released?: The Tunnel was released on January 21, 2001.
How long is The Tunnel?: The Tunnel has a runtime of 2h 30m.
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