The Broken Jug
Originally released in 1937. The Broken Jug is a comedy film. directed by Emil Jannings. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Emil Jannings, Friedrich Kayssler, and Max Gülstorff
Synopsis
Today is a fateful day for village judge Adam. Who broke Widow Kull’s jug fleeing head over heels after his nightly visit to her daughter? As the trial unfolds, it becomes clear to everyone that the judge himself is the culprit. Judge Adam twists and turns, invents countless explanations, and piles up the most absurd lies. But he is conducting a trial against himself—one he cannot win.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 19, 1937
88 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (12 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Tobis-Magna-Filmproduktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Broken Jug about?
Today is a fateful day for village judge Adam. Who broke Widow Kull’s jug fleeing head over heels after his nightly visit to her daughter? As the trial unfolds, it becomes clear to everyone that ...
Who directed The Broken Jug?
The Broken Jug was directed by Emil Jannings.
How long is The Broken Jug?
The Broken Jug has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Broken Jug released?
The Broken Jug was released on October 19, 1937 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Broken Jug?
The main cast of The Broken Jug includes Emil Jannings, Friedrich Kayssler, Max Gülstorff, Lina Carstens, Angela Salloker.