Captain Bay-Bay movie poster

Captain Bay-Bay

January 29, 1953 1h 41m 6.5/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1953. Captain Bay-Bay is a comedy film. directed by Helmut Käutner.

Starring Hans Albers, Bum Krüger, and Lotte Koch

Synopsis

The story centers on the charismatic sea captain Käpt'n Bay-Bay, portrayed by Hans Albers, who on his wedding day shares tales of his seafaring exploits with his wedding guests after an unexpected delay in the ceremony. The narrative employs a framing device where the captain, waiting at a tavern near the church, recounts through flashbacks his previous romantic misadventures and adventurous encounters at sea, blending humor, music, and exotic locales. These retrospective stories highlight his roguish charm and the obstacles that have shaped his life, all while the present-day celebration unfolds.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 29, 1953 73 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
User Rating 6.5/10 Good (2 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Meteor Film GmbH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Captain Bay-Bay about?

The story centers on the charismatic sea captain Käpt'n Bay-Bay, portrayed by Hans Albers, who on his wedding day shares tales of his seafaring exploits with his wedding guests after an unexpected...

Who directed Captain Bay-Bay?

Captain Bay-Bay was directed by Helmut Käutner.

How long is Captain Bay-Bay?

Captain Bay-Bay has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was Captain Bay-Bay released?

Captain Bay-Bay was released on January 29, 1953 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Captain Bay-Bay?

The main cast of Captain Bay-Bay includes Hans Albers, Bum Krüger, Lotte Koch, Renate Mannhardt, Angèle Durand.