Happy End
Originally released in 1977. Happy End is a drama film. directed by Manfred Wekwerth.
Starring Renate Richter, Heinz-Dieter Knaup, and Rolf Hoppe
Synopsis
In Chicago of the 1920s, crime gangs are fighting a bitter battle for power. Gangster boss Bill Cracker plans a bank robbery with his cronies in Bill's Ballhouse just as the ladies of the Salvation Army enter. Among them is the magical Lilian, who Bill immediately falls for.
This has an impact on the planned coup. Shootouts, chases, and the fight for the big money are the ingredients to this comedy, whose famous songs Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill wrote.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 29, 1977
48 years ago
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
East Germany
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy End about?
In Chicago of the 1920s, crime gangs are fighting a bitter battle for power. Gangster boss Bill Cracker plans a bank robbery with his cronies in Bill's Ballhouse just as the ladies of the Salvation...
Who directed Happy End?
Happy End was directed by Manfred Wekwerth.
When was Happy End released?
Happy End was released on May 29, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Happy End?
The main cast of Happy End includes Renate Richter, Heinz-Dieter Knaup, Rolf Hoppe, Fred Delmare, Inge Keller.