The Tin Drum

Engelske undersættelser The Tin Drum (1979)

A savage, sweeping epic of society in chaos.

Drama History War
6.9 / 10

In 1924, Oskar Matzerath is born in the Free City of Danzig. At age three, he falls down a flight of stairs and stops growing. In 1939, World War II breaks out.

Runtime 162 min
Language DE
Country France, Germany, Yugoslavia
Director Volker Schlöndorff
Budget $3M
Box Office $17M
Handling

En rørende dramatisk film om menneskers styrke og sårbarhed.

11 English subtitles available
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The Tin Drum.srt opensubtitles 10,717 .SRT
The.Tin.Drum.1979.DVDrip.DivX-PosTX opensubtitles 5,434 .SRT
The.Tin.Drum.1979.DVDrip.DivX-PosTX opensubtitles 5,434 .SRT
The.Tin.Drum.1979.DVDrip.DivX-PosTX opensubtitles 5,434 .SRT
Criterion rip by davev205 opensubtitles 4,736 .SRT
Tin Drum (complete) opensubtitles 8,318 .SRT
Blechtrommel, Die (1979) opensubtitles 2,547 .SRT
Blechtrommel, Die (1979) opensubtitles 2,547 .SRT
Die.Blechtrommel.1979.Criterion.DVDrip.XviD.AC3.6CH-[GX] opensubtitles 4,331 .SRT
The.Tin.Drum.1979.DC.Bluray.720p.x264-CHD opensubtitles 2,905 .SRT
Die.Blechtrommel.1979.DC.720p.BluRay.x264-HD4U opensubtitles 2,026 .SRT

The Tin Drum — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Volker Schlöndorff

Mario Adorf Alfred Matzerath
Angela Winkler Agnes Matzerath
David Bennent Oskar Matzerath
Katharina Thalbach Maria Matzerath
Daniel Olbrychski Jan Bronski
Tina Engel Young Anna Koljaiczek
Berta Drews Anna Koljaiczek
Roland Teubner Joseph Koljaiczek
Tadeusz Kunikowski Uncle Vinzenz
Andréa Ferréol Lina Greff

Languages Spoken in The Tin Drum (1979)

The Tin Drum features dialogue in German, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Russian. With multiple languages spoken throughout the movie, having reliable English subtitles ensures you can follow every scene regardless of the language being spoken on screen. Multi-language movies often switch between languages without warning, making subtitles essential for a complete viewing experience.

Download English Subtitles for The Tin Drum (1979)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie The Tin Drum (1979) in .SRT format. We currently have 11 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for The Tin Drum has been downloaded 10,717 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

About The Tin Drum (1979)

In 1924, Oskar Matzerath is born in the Free City of Danzig. At age three, he falls down a flight of stairs and stops growing. In 1939, World War II breaks out.

  • Genre: Drama, History, War
  • Release year: 1979
  • TMDB rating: 6.9 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 162 minutes
  • Director: Volker Schlöndorff
  • Spoken languages: German, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Russian
  • Country: France, Germany, Yugoslavia
  • IMDB ID: tt0078875

The Tin Drum is a drama movie released in 1979. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for drama titles, where fast-paced dialogue and nuanced conversations carry the emotional weight of the story.

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Tin Drum (1979)

  • The production budget for The Tin Drum was approximately $3 million.
  • The Tin Drum earned approximately $17 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned more than 6 times its production budget, making it a major box office success.
  • Produced by Jadran Film</strong>, <strong>Artemis Film</strong>, <strong>Franz Seitz Filmproduktion.
  • The movie features dialogue in 5 different languages: German, Hebrew, Italian, Polish, Russian.
  • The original language of The Tin Drum is German, not English.
  • The Tin Drum is an international co-production involving 3 countries: France, Germany, Yugoslavia.
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How to Add English Subtitles to The Tin Drum

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your The Tin Drum video file. It usually contains the source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV) and release group name.
  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. the-tin-drum.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

Best Media Players for The Tin Drum Subtitles

Any media player that supports external .SRT files will work with the subtitles on this page. Here are the most popular options:

  • VLC Media Player – Free, open-source, and available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. Drag and drop the .SRT file onto the player window or use Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. Press G/H to adjust timing on the fly.
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  • Plex – Name the .SRT file identically to the video and place it in the same directory. Plex detects it and offers it as a selectable subtitle track.
  • MPC-HC / MPC-BE – Lightweight Windows players with excellent subtitle rendering. Supports .SRT auto-loading and manual delay adjustments.
  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Tin Drum (1979) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for The Tin Drum?

You can download free English subtitles for The Tin Drum (1979) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 11 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the The Tin Drum subtitles free to download?

Yes, absolutely. Every English subtitle for The Tin Drum on our website is 100% free. There is no registration, no subscription, and no hidden fees.

Which The Tin Drum subtitle file should I choose?

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The The Tin Drum subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

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  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your The Tin Drum video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

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