Laughing Heirs (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1933, Laughing Heirs is a comedy and romance film directed by Max Ophüls, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. After the death of his uncle, the owner of the Rhine based Bockelmann Sparkling Wine, Peter turns up for the reading of the will. Justus Bockelmann, a producer of mineral water, is confident he will inherit the business, but ‘for reasons of moral rectitude’ he has no intention of running an ‘alcoholic business’. The opening of the will comes as a surprise to all the potential heirs.
Who’s in it. Laughing Heirs stars Heinz Rühmann as Peter Frank, Ida Wüst as Britta Bockelmann, Max Adalbert as Justus Bockelmann and Lien Deyers as Gina, Robert Stumms Tochter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Laughing Heirs 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 Laughing Heirs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Laughing Heirs tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laughing Heirs (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laughing Heirs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Laughing Heirs worth watching?
- Laughing Heirs holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Laughing Heirs?
- Laughing Heirs stars Heinz Rühmann, Ida Wüst, Max Adalbert, Lien Deyers and Lizzi Waldmüller.
- When was Laughing Heirs released?
- Laughing Heirs was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.