← ← Back
Movie poster: Otto – The New Movie (1987)
🎬 Movie

Otto – The New Movie

1987 · 82 min Comedy
5.7 / 10 · TMDB

Otto is Friesland's answer to Rambo and stands between two worlds, two women and two animals. While he's trying to cure a dog with bite inhibition and a cat with suicidal tendencies, the dream of his sleepless nights crosses his path: Gaby. Otto falls instantly in love, but Gaby thinks only of Amboss, a real guy with muscles of steel and a brain of rubber. Well, Otto on the other hand is not exactly well built and attractive. But he's determined to get the lady's attention, even if it means taking part in body-building competitions...

Watch online

Click to play

📋 Film Details

Original Title Otto - Der Neue Film
Year 1987
Country Germany
Genre Comedy
Director Otto Waalkes
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.7/10 (89 votes)

📺 Where to Watch

Checking availability...

🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film constructs a comedic universe around a grotesque yet endearing character, whose failures and naive ambitions become a source of relentless absurdity. It relies on physical humor and exaggerated archetypes to paint a caricatured but recognizable world.

Those who tire of overly polished comedies will find charm in its unapologetic silliness. What lingers after the credits is the gentle mockery of masculinity stereotypes, delivered with a slapstick heart. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Otto Waalkes

🕯️

Best Watched

Watch with friends, low expectations, and snacks for undemanding, slapstick fun.

🎭 Cast

🎬 Similar Movies

💬 Audience Reviews

Write a Review

Quick rating — tap to vote:

Or write a full review:

0/2000