Der Kugelblitz (1979): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1979, Der Kugelblitz is a komödie film directed by Zdeněk Podskalský, running about 82 minutes. “The biggest event in the history of moving.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A comedy about exchange of 12 apartments , which, its organizer, lawyer Radosta, rightly called Action Ball Lightning. To prepare, organize and execute the exchange of twelve apartments is a work worthy champions. Radosta, who was excellently played by Rudolf Hrušínský, solved all sudden difficulties and complications on the fly and with grace. To be sure that the on the D-day everything goes well he prepares a little rehearsal, which reveals many minor issues caused for example by wedding ordered to inappropriate term or hesitation of some participants. Last but not least a night exercise announced by drunk psychologist Knotků, creates a lot of confusion that nearly sabotaged the whole operation.

Who’s in it. Der Kugelblitz stars Rudolf Hrušínský as Dr. Radosta, Josef Abrhám as Knotek, Daniela Kolářová as Knotková and Bedřich Prokoš as Flígr, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Der Kugelblitz has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Kugelblitz page.

If you liked it. Fans of Der Kugelblitz tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.