The Grand Duke's Finances

A frothy, fast-moving comedy of errors with charming rogues, frantic chases, and a light-hearted look at money troubles.

Directed by

Gustaf Gründgens

Genres

Comedy

Starring

Viktor de Kowa, Paul Henckels, Heinz Rühmann

Overview

The likeable and carefree Grand Duke of Abacco is in dire straits. There is no money left to service the State’s debt; the main creditor is looking forward to expropriating the entire Duchy. The marriage with Olga, Grand Duchess of Russia, would solve everything, but a crucial letter of hers about the engagement has been stolen. Besides, a bunch of revolutionaries and a dubious businessman have other plans regarding the Grand Duke. With the intrusion of adventurer Philipp Collins into the Grand Duke’s affairs, a series of frantic chases, plots and counter-plots begins…

How it feels

Light, whimsical, satirical and romantic. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Class, power, deception, love

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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