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Ein toller Einfall (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1932, Ein toller Einfall is a comedy film directed by Kurt Gerron, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. A series of stupid coincidences causes the young Munich painter Paul to convert his uncle's castle into a hotel for four weeks. But he can't complain: business is good and he has plenty of guests. For exmple, there's Theo Muller with his revue troupe. For reasons of "sound", Muller calls himself "Miller", which, of course, causes more confusion. His daughter, the beautiful Evelyn, is confused with Mabel Miller, who has come to the hotel on a mission for her filthy rich father ... namely, to estimate the worth of the castle.

Who’s in it. Ein toller Einfall stars Willy Fritsch as Paul Lüders, Dorothea Wieck as Mabel Miller, Max Adalbert as Birnsriel and Rosi Barsony as Anita, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Ein toller Einfall 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 Ein toller Einfall page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ein toller Einfall tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ein toller Einfall (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ein toller Einfall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ein toller Einfall worth watching?
Ein toller Einfall 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 Ein toller Einfall?
Ein toller Einfall stars Willy Fritsch, Dorothea Wieck, Max Adalbert, Rosi Barsony and Wilhelm Bendow.
When was Ein toller Einfall released?
Ein toller Einfall was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.