Shillings from Heaven (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 7.5

Released in 2018, Shillings from Heaven is a drama, history and documentary film directed by Urs Egger, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Tyrol, 1932: The world economic crisis is at its peak, radical political movements emerge. In a small Austrian community, the engine driver Michael Unterguggenberger accepts the mayor's office against better knowledge. But how is he supposed to save Wörgl? The power of despair and the support of his wife Rosa form the breeding ground for a daring experiment: Unterguggenberger wants to print his own money without further ado - so-called work confirmation notes. For this he not only has to convince the community of his city, but above all to rebel against the mighty banking.
Who’s in it. Shillings from Heaven stars Karl Markovics as Michael Unterguggenberger, Verena Altenberger as Rosa Unterguggenberger, Aaron Friesz as Michi and Andreas Lust as Toni, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Shillings from Heaven 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 Shillings from Heaven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shillings from Heaven tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shillings from Heaven (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shillings from Heaven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shillings from Heaven worth watching?
- Shillings from Heaven holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shillings from Heaven?
- Shillings from Heaven stars Karl Markovics, Verena Altenberger, Aaron Friesz, Andreas Lust and Anton Algrang.
- When was Shillings from Heaven released?
- Shillings from Heaven was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
