Key Details
Release StatusReleased
Release Date1936-01-31
Languagefr
Runtime1h 36m
Production
Nero-Film AG, Mercury Films
6.5(19)
•1936•1h 36mMayerling
"The real life story of a man who sacrificed his all at the altar of love!"
Overview
Rudolf, the only heir to Emperor Franz Josef of Austria-Hungary, is trapped in a loveless marriage to a Belgian princess. As he seeks to flee his stifling environment, he meets the beautiful Maria, and the two enter into a scandalous affair. Despite the interference of the Emperor, the couple refuse to give each other up.
Principal Cast
23 credited
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