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The Olsen Gang Sees Red (1976)

7.419761h 40mDA
FamilyComedyCrime

Directed by Erik Balling

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

DA

Release

October 1, 1976

Director

Erik Balling

Overview

Egon and the gang are hired to stage a robbery of an antique Chinese vase for an economically challenged baron. Naturally they fooled, which infuriates Egon. The gang tries to get back at the baron by switching the vase with a cheap Hong Kong copy. One attempt is made during the barons hunting party...

Cast

Ove Sprogøe

Ove Sprogøe

Egon Olsen

Morten Grunwald

Morten Grunwald

Benny Frandsen

Poul Bundgaard

Poul Bundgaard

Kjeld Jensen

Kirsten Walther

Kirsten Walther

Yvonne Jensen

Jes Holtsø

Jes Holtsø

Børge Jensen

Lene Brøndum

Lene Brøndum

Fie

Bjørn Watt-Boolsen

Bjørn Watt-Boolsen

Baron Løvenvold

Ove Verner Hansen

Ove Verner Hansen

Bøffen

Axel Strøbye

Axel Strøbye

Kriminalkommisær Jensen

Ole Ernst

Ole Ernst

Detektiv Holm

Buster Larsen

Buster Larsen

Master Chef

Bent Mejding

Bent Mejding

Royal Theatre Conductor

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Olsen Gang Sees Red (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Egon and the gang are hired to stage a robbery of an antique Chinese vase for an economically challenged baron. Naturally they fooled, which infuriates Egon. The gang tries to get back at the baron by switching the vase with a cheap Hong Kong copy. One attempt is made during the barons hunting party, where Egon ends up being bricked up in the catacombs. In another attempt, the gang has to coordinate breaking through several walls at The Royal Theater in Copenhagen with the "Elverhøj" overture.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Olsen Gang Sees Red. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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