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The False Bride (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1945, The False Bride is a comedy film directed by Joe Stöckel, running about 75 minutes.

What it’s about. There's only one way for the farmer Assbichler to save his farm from ruin: he has to marry off his son Toni to the pretty Rosl, the daughter of the rich farmer Pius Mang. Mang, however, wants his daughter to marry a well-off man; and so Assbichler has to borrow some cattle to give the farm the appearance of a large farming estate.

Who’s in it. The False Bride stars Elfriede Datzig as Rosl Mang, Josef Eichheim as Tandelsepp, Margarete Haagen as Housekeeper and Beppo Brem as Anderl, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The False Bride 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 The False Bride page.

If you liked it. Fans of The False Bride tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The False Bride (1945)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The False Bride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The False Bride worth watching?
The False Bride holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The False Bride?
The False Bride stars Elfriede Datzig, Josef Eichheim, Margarete Haagen, Beppo Brem and Hans Hunkele.
When was The False Bride released?
The False Bride was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.