Just a Joke (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film
Released in 1961, Just a Joke is a comedy film directed by Márton Keleti, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The grey hero of grey workdays, the divorced cashier of a cinema who is always willing to sacrifice herself for others, Etelka, is awarded a two-week-holiday at Lake Balaton. Following the advice of her female friend, she tries to live life at full speed.
Who’s in it. Just a Joke stars Klári Tolnay as Bende Etelka, Éva Vass as Takács Anna, Antal Páger as Pintér and Irén Psota as Juci, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Just a Joke page.
If you liked it. Fans of Just a Joke tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Just a Joke (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Just a Joke change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Just a Joke?
- Just a Joke stars Klári Tolnay, Éva Vass, Antal Páger, Irén Psota and Kálmán Latabár.
- When was Just a Joke released?
- Just a Joke was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.