Movie

Emil and the Detectives

★ 5.5(4)19351h 10m

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Good to know

Director: Milton Rosmer
Release date: 1935-02-05
Runtime: 1h 10m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Richard Wainwright Productions

About Emil and the Detectives

Emil and the Detectives is a 1935 movie in the Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Milton Rosmer, starring John Williams, George Hayes and Mary Glynne. It has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Emil and the Detectives in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Erich Kästner’s beloved novel has been adapted for film or television six times since its publication in 1929; this 1935 British version was the first in English. Believed lost for decades, it was recently rediscovered by the BFI and has now been restored. The film moves the action from Berlin to London, where Emil goes to stay with his grandmother and cousin. Thereafter, the tale of Emil’s adventures with a gang of streetwise London children faithfully follows the original plot.

Cast

John Williams

Emil

George Hayes

The Man in The Boeler Hat

Mary Glynne

Mrs. Blake

Clare Greet

Grandma

George Merritt

Marion Foster

Polly

Donald Pittman

Gussy

John Singer

Thesday

Derek Blomfield

Jerry

Robert Rietti

Professor

Themes & keywords

berlin, germanybased on novel or bookdetectiverailway carremakethiefbased on children's bookrailroadkids

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Emil and the Detectives in New Zealand?+

Emil and the Detectives is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Emil and the Detectives on Netflix?+

Emil and the Detectives is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Emil and the Detectives?+

Emil and the Detectives has a runtime of 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

Who stars in Emil and the Detectives?+

Emil and the Detectives stars John Williams, George Hayes, Mary Glynne, Clare Greet and George Merritt.

When did Emil and the Detectives come out?+

Emil and the Detectives is a 1935 movie directed by Milton Rosmer.

What genre is Emil and the Detectives?+

Emil and the Detectives is Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Emil and the Detectives?+

Emil and the Detectives was directed by Milton Rosmer.