The Friend From Springfield (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1927, The Friend From Springfield is a notable film directed by Valdemar Andersen, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Even the greatest screenwriters suffer from writer’s block, and the only cure is an impromptu trip to Paris. And so, comedy writer Jonas Lenner flees the suffocating monotony of home. Jonas tells his wife that he is going to visit head teacher Mikkelsen, an old – and fictitious – friend in Springfield. But of course she learns the truth yet says nothing. All hell breaks loose shortly after Jonas’ return, when a certain head teacher Mikkelsen suddenly manifests in the flesh on his doorstep
Who’s in it. The Friend From Springfield stars Rasmus Christiansen as Jonas Lenner, Peter Malberg as Sam Vælling, Mary Kid as Kitty and Harry Komdrup as Søren Alm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Friend From Springfield 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 Friend From Springfield page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Friend From Springfield (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Friend From Springfield change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Friend From Springfield worth watching?
- The Friend From Springfield holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Friend From Springfield?
- The Friend From Springfield stars Rasmus Christiansen, Peter Malberg, Mary Kid, Harry Komdrup and Gorm Schmidt.
- When was The Friend From Springfield released?
- The Friend From Springfield was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.