Grandfather is the elderly patriarch of the Pentecost family and a prominent member of its crowded three-generation household. His presence helps define the domestic setting surrounding Gaylord Pentecost, where several generations live together and ordinary family routines become part of the film’s affectionate comic turmoil.
Thomas ambitious son who ultimately fails to sustain the family legacy.
Konsul Kröger is Tonio's father, described in the synopsis as a rigid aristocratic father. He is part of Tonio's family background and childhood, which the adult Tonio remembers during his travels through Germany and Italy. The synopsis gives no further details about his actions.
The Crown Prince is the King’s son and the story’s other central figure. He loses money gambling, loves music and French literature, and plans to flee Prussia with help from his companion. After the failed escape and imprisonment, he submits, proves his character, receives a household at Rheinsberg, and reconciles with his father.
Generaloberst is a senior Wehrmacht officer associated with the group of officers who fear Hitler's policy of conquest will ruin Germany. These officers plan to overthrow Hitler and seek a separate peace with Britain and France; they select Robert Golder to carry secret plans and establish contact with the enemy.
Werner Hinz has 80 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Morgens um sieben Filmreihe with 2 titles. Signature works include Jegor Bulytschow und andere, Wahn oder Der Teufel in Boston, Nachruf auf Othello. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
