The Original Sin (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 8.6
Released in 1948, The Original Sin is a comedy film directed by Helmut Käutner, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. An apple juice producer can't decide between his wife and his secretary and tries to commit suicide. Being committed to psychiatry, he falls asleep and dreams of adventures as Adam and Eve in heaven and hell.
Who’s in it. The Original Sin stars Bobby Todd as Adam Schmidt, Irene von Meyendorff as Eva-Lilith, Helmut Käutner as Prof. Petri and Rudolf Vogel as Barkeeper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.6/10, The Original Sin sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Original Sin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Original Sin tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Original Sin (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Original Sin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Original Sin worth watching?
- The Original Sin holds an audience score of 8.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Original Sin?
- The Original Sin stars Bobby Todd, Irene von Meyendorff, Helmut Käutner, Rudolf Vogel and Margarete Haagen.
- When was The Original Sin released?
- The Original Sin was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.