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Dollar Daddy

May 17, 1956 1h 32m 6.3/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1956. Dollar Daddy is a comedy film. directed by Viktor Gertler.

Starring Iván Darvas, János Rajz, and Imre Ráday

Synopsis

A heavily indebted schoolteacher raising two marriageable daughters is buoyed by rumors that his long-lost uncle in America is a millionaire, until the uncle’s unexpected arrival in poverty sparks a rush of creditors, patrons and fortune-seekers. Ambitious lawyer Jenő Szekeres orchestrates the deception so that the family, the town and himself profit from the false fortune, and even when the truth comes out, everyone, including Szekeres, now eyeing a political career, chooses to uphold the lie.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 17, 1956 69 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (3 votes)
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Language HU Original language
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Country Hungary Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
HU

Production Companies

  • Hunnia Filmstúdió

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dollar Daddy about?

A heavily indebted schoolteacher raising two marriageable daughters is buoyed by rumors that his long-lost uncle in America is a millionaire, until the uncle’s unexpected arrival in poverty spark...

Who directed Dollar Daddy?

Dollar Daddy was directed by Viktor Gertler.

How long is Dollar Daddy?

Dollar Daddy has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was Dollar Daddy released?

Dollar Daddy was released on May 17, 1956 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dollar Daddy?

The main cast of Dollar Daddy includes Iván Darvas, János Rajz, Imre Ráday, Erzsi Somogyi, Tivadar Uray.