Kein Pardon
Synopsis
Since childhood Peter Schlönzke dreams of a career as a TV presenter. His great role model is Heinz Wäscher, who is always looking for talented young entertainers for his popular show. Peters mother announces her shy boy for an audition, which, although mercilessly goes wrong, but brings him a job as a cable helper. He meets the popular entertainer from the unlikely side: as a bus scrapper who despises his audience. When Peter stumbles into the limelight by chance, he has a unique chance - as successor to scrubber.
Top Cast
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Hape Kerkeling
Peter Schlönzke
Heinz Schenk
Heinz Wäscher
Elisabeth Volkmann
Hilde Schlönzke
Margret Homeyer
Helma Schlönzke
Dirk Dautzenberg
Hermann Schlönzke
Kurt Weinzierl
Bertram
Maren Kroymann
Doris
Annett Kruschke
Ulla
Andrea Heuer
Gudrun von Wölk
Petra Zieser
Karin
Gottfried Vollmer
Walter
Dirk Bach
Hardy Loppmann
Christiane Reiff
Evelyn Meyka
Kundin
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hape Kerkeling
- Screenplay & Story
- Angelo Colagrossi, Achim Hagemann, Hape Kerkeling
- Original Score
- Achim Hagemann
- Original Title
- Kein Pardon
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Rialto Film, ARD
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hape Kerkeling
Angelo Colagrossi, Achim Hagemann, Hape Kerkeling
Achim Hagemann
Hans-Günther Bücking
Clarissa Ambach
Horst Wendlandt
Department Leadership Roster
Achim Hagemann
Original Music Composer
Angelo Colagrossi
Screenplay
Hape Kerkeling
Director
Achim Hagemann
Screenplay
Hans-Günther Bücking
Director of Photography
Horst Wendlandt
Producer
Clarissa Ambach
Editor
Hape Kerkeling
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kein Pardon
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What is Kein Pardon about?
Since childhood Peter Schlönzke dreams of a career as a TV presenter. His great role model is Heinz Wäscher, who is always looking for talented young entertainers for his popular show. Peters mother announces her shy boy for an audition, which, although mercilessly goes wrong, but brings him a job as a cable helper. He meets the popular entertainer from the unlikely side: as a bus scrapper who despises his audience. When Peter stumbles into the limelight by chance, he has a unique chance - as successor to scrubber.
Who directed Kein Pardon?
Kein Pardon was directed by Hape Kerkeling.
Who stars in Kein Pardon?
The principal cast of Kein Pardon includes Hape Kerkeling, Heinz Schenk, Elisabeth Volkmann, Margret Homeyer, Dirk Dautzenberg.
When was Kein Pardon released and how long is it?
Kein Pardon was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Kein Pardon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kein Pardon was composed by Achim Hagemann.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kein Pardon?
Kein Pardon holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).