Laughing Heirs
Lachende Erben
Synopsis
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.
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Heinz Rühmann
Peter Frank
Max Adalbert
Justus Bockelmann
Ida Wüst
Britta Bockelmann
Walter Janssen
Robert Stumm
Lien Deyers
Gina, Robert Stumms Tochter
Lizzi Waldmüller
Liane Heller
Julius Falkenstein
Dr. Weinhöppel
Friedrich Ettel
Kellermeister Schlemmel
Elfriede Jerra
Robert Stamms Sekretärin
Heinrich Gotho
Verwandter bei der Testamentseröffnung
Frida Vera Spohr
Junge Zugreisende
Max Wilmsen
Schiffspassagier
Illo Gutschwager
Junger Gast bei Schlemmel
Friedl Haerlin
Walter Hehner
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Max Ophüls
- Screenplay & Story
- Felix Joachimson
- Original Score
- Clemens Schmalstich
- Original Title
- Lachende Erben
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- UFA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Max Ophüls
Felix Joachimson, Max Ophüls, Trude Herka
Clemens Schmalstich
Eduard Hoesch
Herbert B. Fredersdorf
Bruno Duday, Eduard Kubat
Department Leadership Roster
Max Ophüls
Director
Eduard Kubat
Producer
Felix Joachimson
Screenplay
Eduard Hoesch
Director of Photography
Herbert B. Fredersdorf
Editor
Benno von Arent
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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BD Release: Past-1960
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laughing Heirs
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What is Laughing Heirs 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 directed Laughing Heirs?
Laughing Heirs was directed by Max Ophüls.
Who stars in Laughing Heirs?
The principal cast of Laughing Heirs includes Heinz Rühmann, Max Adalbert, Ida Wüst, Walter Janssen, Lien Deyers.
When was Laughing Heirs released and how long is it?
Laughing Heirs was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Laughing Heirs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Laughing Heirs was composed by Clemens Schmalstich.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Laughing Heirs?
Laughing Heirs holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).