Zwei Genies (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film
Released in 1934, Zwei Genies is a comedy film directed by Douglas Sirk, running about 34 minutes.
What it’s about. An early short film by Douglas Sirk (Detlef Sierck) which takes a satirical look at dubious business practices during the Weimar Republic. It was banned under the title "Zwei Genies" but released as "Zwei Windhunde" after revisions were made.
Who’s in it. Zwei Genies stars Fritz Odemar as Emil Pinne, Hans Hermann Schaufuß as Jakob Senf, Mady Rahl and S.O. Schoening.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Zwei Genies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Zwei Genies tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Zwei Genies (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Zwei Genies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Zwei Genies?
- Zwei Genies stars Fritz Odemar, Hans Hermann Schaufuß, Mady Rahl and S.O. Schoening.
- When was Zwei Genies released?
- Zwei Genies was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 34 minutes.