The Prince of Homburg, disobeys orders and leads a cavalry charge in battle against the Swedes, which leads to victory. He is court martialled however for disobeying orders and sentenced to death. His love who is now to be betrothed to the King of Sweden, following his execution appeals to the Elector, her uncle, on his behalf, as do his comrades in battle. He must also contend with his own desire to live and conflicting sense of honour.
Unfortunately the movie The Prince of Homburg is not yet available on HBO Max.
| Directing | Marco Bellocchio | Director |
| Writing | Heinrich von Kleist | Story |
| Writing | Marco Bellocchio | Screenplay |
| Sound | Carlo Crivelli | Original Music Composer |
| Production | Marco Bellocchio | Producer |
| Editing | Francesca Calvelli | Editor |
| Camera | Giuseppe Lanci | Director of Photography |
| Art | Franco Fumagalli | Set Decoration |
| Art | Giantito Burchiellaro | Production Design |
| Production | Pier Giorgio Bellocchio | Producer |