Going for Broke (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1977, Going for Broke is a comedy and crime film directed by Gabriel Axel, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Three out of work actors breaks into a bank through the toilet of a railroad station.
Who’s in it. Going for Broke stars Preben Kaas as Arthur Gabrielsen, Dirch Passer as Alfred Emanuelsen, Jørgen Ryg as Hugo and Lily Broberg as Fru Svendsen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Going for Broke 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 Going for Broke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Going for Broke tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Going for Broke (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Going for Broke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Going for Broke worth watching?
- Going for Broke holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Going for Broke?
- Going for Broke stars Preben Kaas, Dirch Passer, Jørgen Ryg, Lily Broberg and Peter Steen.
- When was Going for Broke released?
- Going for Broke was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.