Hans im Glück (1949)

The plot closely follows the Grimm fairy tale. Hans, a hard-working miller's apprentice, sets off on a journey to discover the big, wide world. As a reward for his work, his master gives him a lump of gold to take with him. On his journey home, he encounters a series of swindlers who gradually rob him of his reward. First, Hans exchanges his gold for a horse, the horse for a cow, the cow for a pig, the pig for a goose, and the goose for a grindstone and a simple field stone. Finally, while drinking, he drops both stones into a well. At last he is happy. He is freed from all burdens, in every respect.

Director: Peter Hamel
Genre: Music
Runtime: 76 min
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Cinematography: Paul Grupp
Production: Schongerfilm
Country: Germany
Language: Deutsch
Original Language: de
More Films by Director: Peter Hamel
More Films in Genre: Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hans im Glück about?
The plot closely follows the Grimm fairy tale. Hans, a hard-working miller's apprentice, sets off on a journey to discover the big, wide world. As a reward for his work, his master gives him a lump of gold to take with him. On his journey home, he encounters a series of swindlers who gradually rob him of his reward. First, Hans exchanges his gold for a horse, the horse for a cow, the cow for a pig, the pig for a goose, and the goose for a grindstone and a simple field stone. Finally, while drinking, he drops both stones into a well. At last he is happy. He is freed from all burdens, in every respect.
Who directed Hans im Glück?
Hans im Glück was directed by Peter Hamel.
Who stars in Hans im Glück?
Hans im Glück stars Gunnar Möller, Erich Ponto, Gertrud Kückelmann, Paula Braend, Beppo Brem, Rudolf Vogel.
How long is Hans im Glück?
Hans im Glück has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is Hans im Glück?
Hans im Glück is a Music film.
Where was Hans im Glück produced?
Hans im Glück was produced in Germany.