Rakas lurjus (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1955, Rakas lurjus is a comedy film directed by T.J. Särkkä, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. It is a time of extreme housing shortage in Helsinki. People with room in their flats are required either to find subtenants or to lodge anyone sent by the housing commission. Abel and Jussi Siimes, two devoted haters of women, find themselves in this predicament. They need to find a subtenant quickly to avoid the possibility of the housing commission sending a woman, God forbid it, to live with them. Abel's acquaintance, an assessor, recommends his nephew Kaino as the perfect choice.
Who’s in it. Rakas lurjus stars Ansa Ikonen as Kaino Itkonen, Edvin Laine as Aapeli Siimes, Joel Rinne as Jussi Siimes and Irja Kuusla as Eedla, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Rakas lurjus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rakas lurjus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rakas lurjus tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rakas lurjus (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rakas lurjus change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rakas lurjus worth watching?
- Rakas lurjus holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rakas lurjus?
- Rakas lurjus stars Ansa Ikonen, Edvin Laine, Joel Rinne, Irja Kuusla and Ilmi Parkkari.
- When was Rakas lurjus released?
- Rakas lurjus was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.