The Last Polka (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1985, The Last Polka is a comedy and music film directed by John Blanchard, running about 54 minutes.
What it’s about. A mockumentary that depicts the final concert of Yosh and Stan Shmenge aka the Happy Wanderers.
Who’s in it. The Last Polka stars John Candy as Yosh Shmenge, Eugene Levy as Stan Shmenge, Rick Moranis as Linsk Minyk and Catherine O'Hara as Lemon Twin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Last Polka has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Polka page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Polka tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Polka (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Polka change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Polka worth watching?
- The Last Polka holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Polka?
- The Last Polka stars John Candy, Eugene Levy, Rick Moranis, Catherine O'Hara and Robin Duke.
- When was The Last Polka released?
- The Last Polka was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.