Hyppolit, the Butler (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1931, Hyppolit, the Butler is a comedy and romance film directed by Steve Sekely, running about 72 minutes.
What it’s about. Evergreen comedy about a typical parvenu, an ignorant transportation entrepreneur who has suddenly found himself very rich. Despite their humble origins, his wife strives to live a sophisticated lifestyle. When she engages a butler, Hyppolit, their whole life is turned upside down. It has remained one of the most viewed Hungarian comedies of all time: it is shown regularly and is still extremely popular
Who’s in it. Hyppolit, the Butler stars Gyula Csortos as Hyppolit, Gyula Kabos as Schneider Mátyás, Mici Haraszti as Schneider felesége and Éva Fenyvessy as Terka, Schneider lánya, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Hyppolit, the Butler 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 Hyppolit, the Butler page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hyppolit, the Butler tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hyppolit, the Butler (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hyppolit, the Butler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hyppolit, the Butler worth watching?
- Hyppolit, the Butler holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hyppolit, the Butler?
- Hyppolit, the Butler stars Gyula Csortos, Gyula Kabos, Mici Haraszti, Éva Fenyvessy and Gyula Gózon.
- When was Hyppolit, the Butler released?
- Hyppolit, the Butler was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.