About this movie
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.
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Quick facts
Year
1935
Runtime
1h 10m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.5/10
Votes
4
Genre
Comedy, Crime
Director
Language
EN
Cast
berlin, germany
based on novel or book
detective
railway car
remake
thief
based on children's book
railroad
kids
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Questions about Emil and the Detectives
How long is Emil and the Detectives?
Emil and the Detectives has a runtime of 1h 10m (1 hour and 10 minutes).
Who directed Emil and the Detectives?
Emil and the Detectives was directed by Milton Rosmer and released in 1935.
What genre is Emil and the Detectives?
Emil and the Detectives is a Comedy, Crime film (1935).
Who stars in Emil and the Detectives?
The cast of Emil and the Detectives includes John Williams, George Hayes, Mary Glynne, Clare Greet, George Merritt.
What is the TMDB rating for Emil and the Detectives?
Emil and the Detectives has a TMDB rating of 5.5/10 based on 4 votes.
