Emil and the Detectives (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1931, Emil and the Detectives is a comedy, crime and family film directed by Gerhard Lamprecht, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. When a suspicious man bribes Emil with chocolate in return for a bundle of cash, the young lad thinks of a plan to catch him.
Who’s in it. Emil and the Detectives stars Rolf Wenkhaus as Emil Tischbein, Käthe Haack as Frau Tischbein, Fritz Rasp as Grundeis and Rudolf Biebrach as Wachmeister Jeschke, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Emil and the Detectives 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 Emil and the Detectives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Emil and the Detectives tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Emil and the Detectives (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Emil and the Detectives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Emil and the Detectives worth watching?
- Emil and the Detectives holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Emil and the Detectives?
- Emil and the Detectives stars Rolf Wenkhaus, Käthe Haack, Fritz Rasp, Rudolf Biebrach and Olga Engl.
- When was Emil and the Detectives released?
- Emil and the Detectives was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.