Otto – The Series (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Series · ★ 8
Released in 1995, Otto – The Series is a comedy series.
What it’s about. “Otto – The Series” is an unusual comedy format from the early 1990s centred on Otto Waalkes, blending classic crime entertainment with Otto’s distinctive brand of humour. Rather than telling a continuous story, the series combines newly shot sketches featuring Otto with scenes from old Edgar Wallace films. These original sequences were re-dubbed, completely transforming their content. Dialogue that was once serious turns into absurd wordplay, and the originally suspenseful plots are deliberately played for laughs. In this way, Otto effectively “smuggles” himself into the dark world of the Wallace films, turning it into a parody driven by nonsense, running gags, and his characteristic humour. The result is an idiosyncratic mix of crime and comedy, whose particular charm lies above all in its playful use of the original material.
Who’s in it. Otto – The Series stars Otto Waalkes as Verschiedene, Elisabeth Flickenschildt as Verschiedene, Gert Fröbe as Verschiedene and Heinz Drache as Verschiedene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Otto – The Series 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 Otto – The Series page.
If you liked it. Fans of Otto – The Series tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Otto – The Series (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Otto – The Series change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Otto – The Series worth watching?
- Otto – The Series holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Otto – The Series?
- Otto – The Series stars Otto Waalkes, Elisabeth Flickenschildt, Gert Fröbe, Heinz Drache and Horst Tappert.
- When was Otto – The Series released?
- Otto – The Series was released in 1995.