Horst Schlämmer sucht das Glück

Horst Schlämmer sucht das Glück (2026)



5.3 2026 93 min Germany

Director: Sven Unterwaldt

Cast: Hape Kerkeling, Tahnee Schaffarczyk, Meltem Kaptan, Laura Thomas, Jördis Triebel

Comedy
Germany’s most unforgettable reporter, Horst Schlämmer, makes a bold return—and this time, he’s had enough of the grumpy faces everywhere. Tired of the nationwide funk, he packs up and leaves his hometown of Grevenbroich behind, embarking on a determined quest to track down happiness. After all, it has to be hiding somewhere out there.

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Horst Schlämmer's Hilarious Happiness Quest

More About This Film

Horst Schlämmer sucht das Glück is a 2026 German comedy built around Horst Schlämmer, the famously eccentric fictional journalist portrayed by Hape Kerkeling. The character is known for his exaggerated mannerisms, distinctive appearance, and comic approach to everyday situations.

The search for happiness provides a broad premise for Schlämmer's latest adventure, allowing comedy to emerge from his unusual worldview and interactions with the people around him. Fans of the character can expect the familiar mixture of satire, absurdity, and observational humor.

  • Hape Kerkeling is closely associated with the Horst Schlämmer character.
  • Horst Schlämmer originated as a fictional journalist figure.
  • The character is known for his exaggerated Rhineland-inspired persona.
  • The film was released in 2026.
  • The title translates approximately as "Horst Schlämmer Searches for Happiness."

Where to Watch

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