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New Mischief by Emil 1972

Status
Released
Runtime
91 minutes
Director
Olle Hellbom
Network
SF Studios
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★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 77 votes ComedyFamily Released
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What is New Mischief by Emil?

Topic: Film "New Mischief by Emil" (1972). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.

Type
Film
Year
1972
Status
Released
Runtime
91 minutes
Release date
Oct 21, 1972
Original language
SV
Origin
Sweden
Studios
SF Studios
Genres
Comedy, Family
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 77 votes
Episode runtime
~91 minutes
Status
Released
Network
SF Studios
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Topic: Film "New Mischief by Emil" (1972).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: New Mischief by Emil (Swedish title: Nya hyss av Emil i Lönneberga).
Year: 1972.
Country: Sweden.
Genre: Comedy and Family.
Runtime: 1h 31m.
Context: Second of three films about Emil i Lönneberga by Astrid Lindgren.
Plot:
Emil is a troublemaker.
Svensson family's neighbours take up a collection to send him to America.
Mishaps: His father gets stuck in the outhouse window and gets bitten by crawfish.
Emil wins the family a free horse.
Alfred the farmhand gets seriously ill.
Emil ventures into a snow storm to get his best friend to a doctor.
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): New Mischief by Emil is a 197

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Should you watch it?

“A mischievous boy faces local exile but proves his worth through unexpected heroism and daring rescue.”

Reasons to watch
  • Features a balance of lighthearted comedy and high-stakes dramatic tension.
  • Showcases the character development of a young protagonist overcoming local prejudice.
  • Part of a classic film series based on the works of Astrid Lindgren.
Keep in mind
  • The premise relies on episodic mishaps that may feel dated to some modern viewers.

Watch it if you enjoy classic family-oriented stories that blend slapstick humor with heartfelt moments of courage.

The film maintains a lighthearted, family-friendly tone with a steady pace that shifts into an intense, dramatic rescue sequence.

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Streaming availability for this 1972 title varies by region and platform; please check your local digital service providers.

Is this film worth watching?

It is considered a classic of Swedish family cinema and is recommended for those interested in the works of Astrid Lindgren.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes.

Is this a standalone story?

It is the second of three films in the Emil i Lönneberga series, though it functions as a distinct chapter in the character's life.

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