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The Joke

The Joke

In the 1950s, Ludvik Jahn was expelled from the Communist Party and the University by his fellow students, because of a politically incorrect note he sent to his girlfriend. Fifteen years later, he tries to get his revenge by seducing Helena, the wife of one of his accusers.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Žert
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1969-02-28
  • Runtime: 77 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (39 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Filmové studio Barrandov
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.294
  • Languages: Czech

Cast & Crew

Josef Somr

Josef Somr

as Ludvik Jahn

Jana Dítětová

Jana Dítětová

as Helena Zemánková

Luděk Munzar

Luděk Munzar

as Pavel Zemánek

Jaroslava Obermaierová

Jaroslava Obermaierová

as Marketa

Evald Schorm

Evald Schorm

as Kostka

Milan Svrčina

Milan Svrčina

as Jaroslav

Miloš Rejchrt

Miloš Rejchrt

as Alexej

Věra Křesadlová

Věra Křesadlová

as Věra

Jaromír Hanzlík

Jaromír Hanzlík

as Lieutenant

Michal Pavlata

Michal Pavlata

as Jindra

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Joke (Žert) | Official Trailer | Streaming on Klassiki

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Joke?

The Joke is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1969-02-28.

Who are the main actors in The Joke?

The main cast includes Josef Somr, Jana Dítětová, Luděk Munzar, Jaroslava Obermaierová, Evald Schorm, .

Where can I watch The Joke online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Joke is available.

Is The Joke based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Joke?

The Joke has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 39 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Joke?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Joke?

The soundtrack was composed by Filmové studio Barrandov. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Joke filmed?

The Joke was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Joke?

The total runtime of The Joke is 77 minutes.

Is The Joke suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Joke?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Joke.

Does The Joke have a post-credit scene?

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