Taxi to the Toilets
Taxi zum Klo
“Do you want to come with me on my adventures?”
Synopsis
Frank, a dedicated schoolteacher, embraces the sexual freedoms of the city’s underground scene—navigating a double life in public restrooms, cinemas, and cruising spots. When he meets Bernd, a sweet and steady museum worker, he finds himself torn between the comfort of domestic partnership and the allure of anonymous desire.
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Restoration Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-09
Top Cast
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Frank Ripploh
Frank Ripploh
Bernd Broaderup
Bernd
Orpha Termin
Neighbour
Peter Fahrni
Gas station attendant
Dieter Gödde
Masseur
Klaus Schnee
Teacher
Bernd Kröger
Teacher
Markus Voigtländer
Teacher
Irmgard Lademacher
Teacher
Gregor Becker
Teacher
Marguerite Dupont
Teacher
Eberhard Freudenthal
Teacher
Beate Springer
Teacher
Millie Büttner
Strange woman
Gitta Lederer
A mother
Hans Gerd Mertens
First leather guy
Ulla Topf
Prostitute
Franco Papadu
An italian
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Ripploh
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Ripploh
- Original Score
- Hans Wittstatt
- Original Title
- Taxi zum Klo
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, German
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Exportfilm Bischoff & Co.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Ripploh
Frank Ripploh
Hans Wittstatt
Horst Schier
Matthias von Gunten, Gela-Marina Runne
Laurens Straub, Horst Schier, Frank Ripploh
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Ripploh
Director
Frank Ripploh
Writer
Matthias von Gunten
Editor
Laurens Straub
Producer
Horst Schier
Director of Photography
Gela-Marina Runne
Editor
Hans Wittstatt
Original Music Composer
Horst Schier
Producer
Frank Ripploh
Producer
Frank Ripploh
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Taxi to the Toilets
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What is Taxi to the Toilets about?
Frank, a dedicated schoolteacher, embraces the sexual freedoms of the city’s underground scene—navigating a double life in public restrooms, cinemas, and cruising spots. When he meets Bernd, a sweet and steady museum worker, he finds himself torn between the comfort of domestic partnership and the allure of anonymous desire.
Who directed Taxi to the Toilets?
Taxi to the Toilets was directed by Frank Ripploh.
Who stars in Taxi to the Toilets?
The principal cast of Taxi to the Toilets includes Frank Ripploh, Bernd Broaderup, Orpha Termin , Peter Fahrni, Dieter Gödde.
When was Taxi to the Toilets released and how long is it?
Taxi to the Toilets was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Taxi to the Toilets?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Taxi to the Toilets was composed by Hans Wittstatt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Taxi to the Toilets?
Taxi to the Toilets holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).