My Name Is Petersen (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1947, My Name Is Petersen is a drama film directed by Christen Jul, running about 71 minutes.
What it’s about. In a train on its way through the bombed out Germany are a bunch of happy American soldiers. They are going to Copenhagen for some R&R. One of them is John Petersen, a lieutenant in the American army and another is his friend Bill. They are talking about how much they are looking forward to a rest in Denmark and John Petersen who is of Danish descent talks about his native Copenhagen.
Who’s in it. My Name Is Petersen stars Poul Reichhardt, Gunnar Lauring, Helle Virkner and Asbjørn Andersen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, My Name Is Petersen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Name Is Petersen page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Name Is Petersen tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Name Is Petersen (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Name Is Petersen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Name Is Petersen worth watching?
- My Name Is Petersen holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Name Is Petersen?
- My Name Is Petersen stars Poul Reichhardt, Gunnar Lauring, Helle Virkner, Asbjørn Andersen and Grete Bendix.
- When was My Name Is Petersen released?
- My Name Is Petersen was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.