The Chequered Coat (1940): cast, story & where to watch

1940 · Film

The Chequered Coat poster

Released in 1940, The Chequered Coat is an adventure and romance film directed by Emil Martonffi, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Mrs. Takács, a widow and a postmistress living in the country, is about to marry her two daughters.

Who’s in it. The Chequered Coat stars Kálmán Latabár as Laczffy, táncoskomikus, Manyi Kiss as Zsuzsa, Teri testvére, Zoltán Makláry as végrehajtó and Sándor Pethes as János, zeneszerző.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chequered Coat page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Chequered Coat tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Chequered Coat (1940)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chequered Coat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Chequered Coat?
The Chequered Coat stars Kálmán Latabár, Manyi Kiss, Zoltán Makláry and Sándor Pethes.
When was The Chequered Coat released?
The Chequered Coat was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.