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Captain Bay-Bay (1953)

Movie ★ 6.7 101 min

Comedy

The story centers on the charismatic sea captain Käpt'n Bay-Bay, portrayed by Hans Albers, who on his wedding day shares tales of his seafaring exploits with his wedding guests after an unexpected delay in the ceremony. The narrative employs a framing device where the captain, waiting at a tavern near the church, recounts through flashbacks his previous romantic misadventures and adventurous encounters at sea, blending humor, music, and exotic locales. These retrospective stories highlight his roguish charm and the obstacles that have shaped his life, all while the present-day celebration unfolds.

Helmut Käutner Director Fritz Grasshoff Writer Helmut Käutner Writer Iwa Wanja Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 29, 1953
Runtime
101 min
IMDb
tt0044812
Country
Language
Studio
Meteor Film GmbH

Cast

Hans Albers Hans Albers Käpt'n Bay-Bay Bum Krüger Bum Krüger Smutje Lotte Koch Lotte Koch Hanna Renate Mannhardt Renate Mannhardt Manuela Angèle Durand Angèle Durand Goulou Rudolf Fernau Rudolf Fernau Dr. Mendez Ernst Fritz Fürbringer Ernst Fritz Fürbringer Präfekt Carsta Löck Carsta Löck Küstersfrau Erna Sellmer Erna Sellmer Tante Emma Rudolf Schündler Rudolf Schündler Wüllmann Anneliese Kaplan Anneliese Kaplan Antje

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Frequently asked questions

What is Captain Bay-Bay about?
The story centers on the charismatic sea captain Käpt'n Bay-Bay, portrayed by Hans Albers, who on his wedding day shares tales of his seafaring exploits with his wedding guests after an unexpected delay in the ceremony. The narrative employs a framing device where the captain, waiting at a tavern near the church, recounts through flashbacks his previous romantic misadventures and adventurous encounters at sea, blending humor, music, and exotic locales. These retrospective stories highlight his roguish charm and the obstacles that have shaped his life, all while the present-day celebration unfolds.
Who directed Captain Bay-Bay?
Captain Bay-Bay was directed by Helmut Käutner.
Who stars in Captain Bay-Bay?
Captain Bay-Bay stars Hans Albers, Bum Krüger, Lotte Koch, Renate Mannhardt.
When was Captain Bay-Bay released?
Captain Bay-Bay is a 1953 comedy film.
Where can I watch Captain Bay-Bay?
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