The Broken Jug (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1937, The Broken Jug is a comedy film directed by Emil Jannings, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. The man who broke the jug, the judge, is trying a case who determine who broke the jug. Long before the evidence becomes conclusive against the suspects, it becomes apparent that the blustering and bullying - and naive - village judge is the guilty one.
Who’s in it. The Broken Jug stars Emil Jannings as Adam, Friedrich Kayssler as Walter, Max Gülstorff as Licht and Lina Carstens as Marthe Rull, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Broken Jug has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Broken Jug page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Broken Jug tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Broken Jug (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Broken Jug change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Broken Jug worth watching?
- The Broken Jug holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Broken Jug?
- The Broken Jug stars Emil Jannings, Friedrich Kayssler, Max Gülstorff, Lina Carstens and Angela Salloker.