My Zero Hour

Germany in 1943. The Berlin worker Klaus Hartung is deployed as a soldier to the Eastern front during World War II. During a tour, he is captured by a Russian patrol. While in captivity, Hartung comes to the conclusion that he has to come through and actively take part in the effort to end the war. He consents to abduct a German officer together with two Russian soldiers. During their adventurous mission, the men who at first had been enemies, become sincere friends.

Release Date

April 28, 1970

Status

Released

Original Title

Meine Stunde Null

Runtime

1h 32min

Budget

Revenue

Language

German, Russian

Production Companies

DEFA