The Nuthouse (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1951, The Nuthouse is a comedy and drama film directed by Hasse Ekman, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. In Stockholm in the year 2248 an excavation leads to the discovery of 45,000 meters of film from the 1940's master director Hasse Ekman . The material is in a disarray but the Society for Ancient Film Research compiles the material after what is believed to have been the master's artistic intentions
Who’s in it. The Nuthouse stars Hasse Ekman as Hans Hasseson Ekman / Fänrik Bråde / Kim (voice), Lars Hanson as Överste von Blankenau (archive footage), Elsie Albiin as Elisabeth (archive footage) and Gunnar Sjöberg as Kapten Hansson (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Nuthouse 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 Nuthouse page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Nuthouse tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Nuthouse (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Nuthouse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Nuthouse worth watching?
- The Nuthouse holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Nuthouse?
- The Nuthouse stars Hasse Ekman, Lars Hanson, Elsie Albiin, Gunnar Sjöberg and Douglas Håge.