Carbide and Sorrel (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1963, Carbide and Sorrel is a comedy film directed by Frank Beyer, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. After the second World War, Dresden has a lot of reconstructing to do. To get the cigarette factory he once worked for running again, Kalle has to travel to Wittenberg - the only place where carbide can be found. Once there, Kalle find himself in the unfortunate situation of having to hitchhike his way back to Dresden, transporting seven heavy barrels of carbide. However, his inventiveness and optimistic attitude help transform the grueling task into an adventurous, entertaining, and funny journey.
Who’s in it. Carbide and Sorrel stars Erwin Geschonneck as Kalle, Marita Böhme as Karla, Manja Behrens as Clara and Margot Busse as Karin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Carbide and Sorrel 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 Carbide and Sorrel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Carbide and Sorrel tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Carbide and Sorrel (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Carbide and Sorrel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Carbide and Sorrel worth watching?
- Carbide and Sorrel holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Carbide and Sorrel?
- Carbide and Sorrel stars Erwin Geschonneck, Marita Böhme, Manja Behrens, Margot Busse and Kurt Rackelmann.
- When was Carbide and Sorrel released?
- Carbide and Sorrel was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.