Meyer from Berlin (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1919, Meyer from Berlin is a comedy film directed by Ernst Lubitsch, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Sally Meyer, a young Berliner, persuades his Doctor to convince his wife that he is ill, so that he is able to take a holiday in the Austrian Alps in order to pursue women. Meyer dresses up in what he considers Tyrolean attire. However, he mistakenly travels to the Bavarian Alps rather than Austria. Meyer becomes infatuated with Kitty, a young, attractive woman at the hotel where he is staying. His pursuit of her angers many of her other suitors who are also staying at the hotel. In order to impress Kitty, Meyer agrees rather reluctantly to climb Mount Watzmann. While they are approaching the summit, both Meyer's wife and Kitty's fiancee unexepectedly arrive from Berlin.
Who’s in it. Meyer from Berlin stars Ernst Lubitsch as Sally Meyer, Ethel Orff as Paula, his wife, Heinz Landsmann as Harry and Trude Troll as Kitty, his bride, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Meyer from Berlin 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 Meyer from Berlin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Meyer from Berlin tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Meyer from Berlin (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Meyer from Berlin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Meyer from Berlin worth watching?
- Meyer from Berlin holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Meyer from Berlin?
- Meyer from Berlin stars Ernst Lubitsch, Ethel Orff, Heinz Landsmann, Trude Troll and Ossi Oswalda.
- When was Meyer from Berlin released?
- Meyer from Berlin was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.