The Last Laugh
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78% Critic Match

The Last Laugh

7.8 / 10 1924 1h 30mNR German
Drama

Storyline

An aging doorman, after being fired from his prestigious job at a luxurious hotel, is forced to face the scorn of his friends, neighbours and society.

Cast & Crew

Emil Jannings

Emil Jannings

Hotel Doorman

Lead
Maly Delschaft

Maly Delschaft

His Niece

MH

Max Hiller

Bridegroom

Hans Unterkircher

Hans Unterkircher

Hotel Manager

Hermann Vallentin

Hermann Vallentin

Potbellied Guest

Emilie Kurz

Emilie Kurz

Bridegroom's Aunt

Georg John

Georg John

Night Watchman

Emmy Wyda

Emmy Wyda

Thin Neighbor

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. F. W. Murnau's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
4.0
Every frame feels alive. The Last Laugh is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker