On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1954, On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight is a comedy and drama film directed by Wolfgang Liebeneiner, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. After many years on the oceans, sailor Hannes Wedderkamp has finally returned to Hamburg. On St. Pauli, Hannes sings songs from the sea in the hippodrome of his best friend Pitter Breuer on the Reeperbahn with the "Quetschkommode" songs and cares for the audience.

Who’s in it. On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight stars Hans Albers as Hannes Wedderkamp, Heinz Rühmann as Pittes Breuer, Gustav Knuth as Brandstetter snr. and Helga Franck as Anni, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight 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 On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight page.

If you liked it. Fans of On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight (1954)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight worth watching?
On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight?
On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight stars Hans Albers, Heinz Rühmann, Gustav Knuth, Helga Franck and Sybil Werden.
When was On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight released?
On the Reeperbahn at Half Past Midnight was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.