← ← Back
Movie poster: It Was a Gay Ballnight (1939)
🎬 Movie

It Was a Gay Ballnight

1939 · 94 min Drama
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

1865. Katharina goes to a ball in Moscow. There she meets again Tchaikowsky, her first and only love. The young, who is now married to wealthy Michael Iwanowitsch Murakin, a man she does not love, has not forgotten Piotr Illich, the (not yet) famous composer. Both are still in love with each other but Piotr is engaged to Nastassia, a dancer, while for her part Katharina cannot leave her husband. Tchaikowky's first love then decides to sacrifice her happiness to the success of the composer, sponsoring him in secret. Something Piotr will learn only years after. When Katharina finds herself free at last it is too late: Tchaikowsky is dying of cholera and she only has time to close his eyes.

Watch online

Click to play

📋 Film Details

Original Title Es war eine rauschende Ballnacht
Year 1939
Country Germany
Genre Drama
Director Carl Froelich
Runtime 94 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (5 votes)

📺 Where to Watch

Checking availability...

🎬 MovieFinder's Take

It Was a Gay Ballnight has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.4/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1939. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

🎬 Similar Movies

No streaming sources found

💬 Audience Reviews

Write a Review

Quick rating — tap to vote:

Or write a full review:

0/2000