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Have Sunshine in Your Heart (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1953, Have Sunshine in Your Heart is a drama film directed by Erich Waschneck, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. On a mountain lake, in the picturesque Alps in the Salzburg region, the old, rich grumble has retired to his country house and actually only wants to live in peace and seclusion. Soon the longed-for peace will be over, because in the immediate vicinity a home for little-wealthy holiday children will be opened in an empty house, which will be headed by the cheerful and optimistic teacher Miss Helm.

Who’s in it. Have Sunshine in Your Heart stars Carl Wery as The old Grummel, Liselotte Pulver as Miss Helm, Otto Gebühr as The Justice Council and Tilo von Berlepsch as Doctor, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Have Sunshine in Your Heart has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Have Sunshine in Your Heart page.

If you liked it. Fans of Have Sunshine in Your Heart tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Have Sunshine in Your Heart (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Have Sunshine in Your Heart change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Have Sunshine in Your Heart worth watching?
Have Sunshine in Your Heart holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Have Sunshine in Your Heart?
Have Sunshine in Your Heart stars Carl Wery, Liselotte Pulver, Otto Gebühr, Tilo von Berlepsch and Urs Hess.
When was Have Sunshine in Your Heart released?
Have Sunshine in Your Heart was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.