Movie Description

Der Hauptmann von Köpenick

(1956)

Overview

A young shoemaker is arrested for stealing a small amount of money, and is jailed for fifteen years. Upon his release, he wants to get a permit to get a job and start anew, but finds that without a job he can't get a permit, and without a permit he can't get a job. Ensnared in the absurd net of Prussian bureaucracy, he can't see any way out. That is, until he enters a thrift shop and spots a Prussian officer's uniform that fits him like a second skin...

Cast

Facts

Original TitleDer Hauptmann von Köpenick

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1956-08-15

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 33m

Production CompaniesReal-Film

Genres

  • Comedy
  • Drama