Behind the red gates (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1951, Behind the red gates is a comedy, drama and family film directed by Asbjørn Andersen, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Behind the red gates lies Dyrehaven with the green beeches and the famous zoo hill - the motley world of clowns. Professor Labardi is behind the popular singer pavilion, where his young daughter, Gulnare, performs. After a rainy summer, there is an economic low tide on Bakken, and the family is tempted to seek help from Gulnare's enterprising suitor, Carlo Petersen. But Professor Labardi carries a secret: the clown family has family ties to the fine legal world outside the gates. There is conflict, money transactions, love, hypocrisy and villainous streaks when the fine world and the hill folk meet. Behind the Red Gates is a terrific folk comedy that takes us behind the attractions at the traditional amusement park in Klampenborg.
Who’s in it. Behind the red gates stars Ib Schønberg as Professor Labardi Baldersen, Lily Broberg as Gulnare Baldersen, hans datter, Asbjørn Andersen as Landsretssagfører Otto Wilmer and Louis Miehe-Renard as Ole Wilmer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Behind the red gates has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Behind the red gates page.
If you liked it. Fans of Behind the red gates tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Behind the red gates (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Behind the red gates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Behind the red gates worth watching?
- Behind the red gates holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and family. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Behind the red gates?
- Behind the red gates stars Ib Schønberg, Lily Broberg, Asbjørn Andersen, Louis Miehe-Renard and Ellen Gottschalch.
- When was Behind the red gates released?
- Behind the red gates was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.