Movie

Backhouse Bliss

★ 7.0(2)19801h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Herrmann Zschoche
Release date: 1980-03-05
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: East Germany
Studio: DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

About Backhouse Bliss

Backhouse Bliss is a 1980 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Herrmann Zschoche, starring Dieter Mann, Ute Lubosch and Jutta Wachowiak. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Backhouse Bliss in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Karl Erp is a middle-aged man with two children and a boring marriage. After starting an exciting affair with his intern, Miss Broder, he leaves his loveless marriage and moves in with his lover. Under pressure from Miss Broder’s mother, Karl once again promises marriage. He finds, however, that the excitement that drew him to her in the first place doesn’t carry over into their daily lives.

Cast

Dieter Mann

Karl Erp

Ute Lubosch

Fräulein Broder

Jutta Wachowiak

Elisabeth Erp

Peter Bause

Theo Haßler

Gerry Wolff

Fred Mantek

Annemone Haase

Frau Mantek

Käthe Reichel

Frau Wolff

Gisela Morgen

Mutter von Elisabeth

Thomas Neumann

Kratzsch

Fritz Diez

Christa Löser

Ursula Werner

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Backhouse Bliss in Canada?+

Backhouse Bliss is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Backhouse Bliss on Netflix?+

Backhouse Bliss is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Backhouse Bliss?+

Backhouse Bliss has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Backhouse Bliss?+

Backhouse Bliss stars Dieter Mann, Ute Lubosch, Jutta Wachowiak, Peter Bause and Gerry Wolff.

When did Backhouse Bliss come out?+

Backhouse Bliss is a 1980 movie directed by Herrmann Zschoche.

What genre is Backhouse Bliss?+

Backhouse Bliss is Drama film.

Who directed Backhouse Bliss?+

Backhouse Bliss was directed by Herrmann Zschoche.