Joh Fredersen is a fictional character from the 1927 silent film Metropolis, directed by Fritz Lang. He serves as the powerful and authoritarian leader of the futuristic city of Metropolis, overseeing the operations and maintaining control over the city's workers. His character embodies the themes of industrialization and class struggle. As the head of the city, Fredersen is depicted as a complex figure, torn between his responsibilities and the consequences of his actions. His decisions significantly impact the lives of the workers, leading to conflict and unrest, which ultimately drives the narrative of the film.