The Olsen Gang 1968
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 80 minutes
- Director
- Erik Balling
- Network
- Nordisk Film Denmark
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ARD Plus
What is The Olsen Gang?
Topic: The film "The Olsen Gang" (1968). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1968
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 80 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 11, 1968
- Original language
- DA
- Origin
- Denmark
- Studios
- Nordisk Film Denmark
- Budget
- $145,076
- Genres
- Family, Comedy, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 64 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~80 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Nordisk Film Denmark
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Title: The Olsen Gang (Danish: Olsen-banden).
Year: 1968.
Director: Erik Balling.
Cast: Ove Sprogøe, Morten Grunwald, Poul Bundgaard, Peter Steen.
Genre: Family, Comedy, and Crime (TMDB); Danish comedy film (Wikipedia).
Series info: First of 14 Olsen Gang films.
Plot: Egon Olsen (head of the gang), Benny, and Kjeld want to become the best known gang in Denmark and eventually Europe. Their plan involves stealing a famous Bavarian work of art currently displayed in a Copenhagen museum. Egon's plan works out fine, but there is trouble ahead. Egon's criminal trio gets into unlucky, comical situations when executing his genius plans.
Runtime: 1h 20m.
Release date: 10
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“A gripping exploration of family and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Olsen Gang worth watching?
The Olsen Gang holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 64 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Olsen Gang and when was it released?
The Olsen Gang is a feature film with a runtime of 80 minutes. It was released in 1968. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Olsen Gang?
The Olsen Gang was directed by Erik Balling.
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