Der Gauner und der liebe Gott (1960): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 1960, Der Gauner und der liebe Gott is a comedia film directed by Axel von Ambesser, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. With the help of God, the loveable safecracker Paul Wittkowski – aka “Cracker-Paulie” – manages to escape the clutches of the cops. He dresses up as a priest and ends up in a village, whose pastor is in dispute with an influential businessman. To help the pastor and a young widow, Paulie has to use his own special abilities. This work leads him back to the path of righteousness. He contacts the police and, after serving his time, starts a new life with the widow.

Who’s in it. Der Gauner und der liebe Gott stars Gert Fröbe as Paul Wittkowski, Karlheinz Böhm as Father Steiner, Rudolf Vogel as Anton Baumberger and Ellen Schwiers as Maria Holzmann, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Der Gauner und der liebe Gott has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Gauner und der liebe Gott page.

If you liked it. Fans of Der Gauner und der liebe Gott tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parásitos, La vida es bella and El club de la lucha.