Emil and the Detectives (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1954, Emil and the Detectives is a comedy, crime, adventure and family film directed by Robert A. Stemmle, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Emil goes to Berlin to see his grandmother with a large amount of money and is offered sweets by a strange man that make him sleep. He wakes up at his stop with no money. It is up to him and a group of children to save the day.
Who’s in it. Emil and the Detectives stars Peter Finkbeiner as Emil Tischbein, Heli Finkenzeller as Frau Tischbein, Wolfgang Lukschy as Oberwachmeister Jeschke and Kurt Meisel as Grundeis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Emil and the Detectives 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 Emil and the Detectives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Emil and the Detectives tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Emil and the Detectives (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Emil and the Detectives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Emil and the Detectives worth watching?
- Emil and the Detectives holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Emil and the Detectives?
- Emil and the Detectives stars Peter Finkbeiner, Heli Finkenzeller, Wolfgang Lukschy, Kurt Meisel and Ruth Nimbach.
- When was Emil and the Detectives released?
- Emil and the Detectives was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.