A story spanning three generations, from 1871 to 1945. When Gustav Wengler, a farmer’s son, returns from the Franco-German war in 1871, he goes to work for a precision mechanics and optical company, where he soon becomes a master craftsman. Wengler loyally promises the owner on his deathbed that his sons and grandsons will also stand by the company.
| Release Date | May 14, 1987 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Wengler & Söhne | |
| Runtime | 2h 19min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | German | |
| Original Language | German | |
| Production Countries | East Germany, Germany | |
| Production Companies | DEFA | |