Laughing Heirs
Originally released in 1933. Laughing Heirs is a comedy/romance film. directed by Max Ophüls. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Heinz Rühmann, Max Adalbert, and Ida Wüst
Synopsis
After the death of his uncle, the owner of the Rhine based Bockelmann Sparkling Wine, Peter turns up for the reading of the will. Justus Bockelmann, a producer of mineral water, is confident he will inherit the business, but ‘for reasons of moral rectitude’ he has no intention of running an ‘alcoholic business’. The opening of the will comes as a surprise to all the potential heirs.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 6, 1933
92 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Heinz Rühmann
as Peter Frank
Max Adalbert
as Justus Bockelmann
Ida Wüst
as Britta Bockelmann
Walter Janssen
as Robert Stumm
Lien Deyers
as Gina, Robert Stumms Tochter
Lizzi Waldmüller
as Liane Heller
Julius Falkenstein
as Dr. Weinhöppel
Friedrich Ettel
as Kellermeister Schlemmel
Elfriede Jerra
as Robert Stamms Sekretärin
Heinrich Gotho
as Verwandter bei der Testamentseröffnung
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- UFA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laughing Heirs about?
After the death of his uncle, the owner of the Rhine based Bockelmann Sparkling Wine, Peter turns up for the reading of the will. Justus Bockelmann, a producer of mineral water, is confident he wil...
Who directed Laughing Heirs?
Laughing Heirs was directed by Max Ophüls.
How long is Laughing Heirs?
Laughing Heirs has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Laughing Heirs released?
Laughing Heirs was released on March 6, 1933 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Laughing Heirs?
The main cast of Laughing Heirs includes Heinz Rühmann, Max Adalbert, Ida Wüst, Walter Janssen, Lien Deyers.