Hyppolit, the Butler (1931)
Evergreen comedy about a typical parvenu, an ignorant transportation entrepreneur who has suddenly found himself very rich. Despite their humble origins, his wife strives to live a sophisticated lifestyle. When she engages a butler, Hyppolit, their whole life is turned upside down. It has remained one of the most viewed Hungarian comedies of all time: it is shown regularly and is still extremely popular
Director: Steve Sekely
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: November 27, 1931
Cast
- Gyula Csortos - Hyppolit
- Gyula Kabos - Schneider Mátyás
- Mici Haraszti - Schneider felesége
- Éva Fenyvessy - Terka, Schneider lánya
- Gyula Gózon - Makáts
- Pál Jávor - Benedek István
- Sándor Góth - Member of the Supreme Council
- Mici Erdélyi - Mimi, Night Club Dancer
- Jenö Herczeg
- István Bársony
Screenplay
Music: Mihály Eisemann
Cinematography: István Eiben, Eduard Hoesch
Production: Sonor Film, Kovács Emil és Társa
Country: Hungary
Language: Magyar
Original Language: hu
More Films by Director: Steve Sekely
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hyppolit, the Butler about?
- Evergreen comedy about a typical parvenu, an ignorant transportation entrepreneur who has suddenly found himself very rich. Despite their humble origins, his wife strives to live a sophisticated lifestyle. When she engages a butler, Hyppolit, their whole life is turned upside down. It has remained one of the most viewed Hungarian comedies of all time: it is shown regularly and is still extremely popular
- Who directed Hyppolit, the Butler?
- Hyppolit, the Butler was directed by Steve Sekely.
- Who stars in Hyppolit, the Butler?
- Hyppolit, the Butler stars Gyula Csortos, Gyula Kabos, Mici Haraszti, Éva Fenyvessy, Gyula Gózon, Pál Jávor.
- How long is Hyppolit, the Butler?
- Hyppolit, the Butler has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is Hyppolit, the Butler?
- Hyppolit, the Butler is a Comedy, Romance film.
- Where was Hyppolit, the Butler produced?
- Hyppolit, the Butler was produced in Hungary.