Peter Alexander Movies
- 1974
Bette Midler makes her third film appearance while trying to capitalize on her sudden popularity as the campy queen of New York's notorious Continental Baths. It was supposed to be a campy parody of the Gospels, but it was universally panned and even Midler doesn't like owning up to this turkey. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- 1972
This German comedy is a starring vehicle for beloved entertainer Peter Alexander. Here he plays a school teacher who has a chance to be given his dream house, if only he will arrange for the daughter of a wealthy businessman to pass her exams. However, just now it is the summer holiday, and he'd rather dream about his house than receive payola for dishonest deeds. ~ Clarke Fountain, All Movie Guide
- 1969
Dr. Peter Bach (Peter Alexander) is sent to a city school when his small village school burns down. The liberal and progressive instructor soon gains a large following among the student. He alternately makes enemies among his fellow teachers who resent his methods. Heintje, one of Germany's most popular child singers, plays his nephew Jan. The students play tricks on the teachers but leave Bach alone in this musical that features the singing of both Heintje and Alexander. ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Peter Alexander, Hansi Kraus, (more)
- 1969
This situation comedy finds a television reporter posing as a teacher in order to get a story on the younger generation. He falls for the pretty sister of one of his students, the daughter of a wealthy and influential pillar of the community who happens to hate teachers. The report deals with the fallout from daddy dearest and stuffy administrators in this continuation of the film, directed by Werner Jacobs, that often pokes fun at the educational system. ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Peter Alexander, Hansi Kraus, (more)
- 1966
In this comedy, a hapless fellow's life changes dramatically after he is accidentally (a computer malfunctioned) "playboy of the year," by an international men's journal. The publisher's know it's all a mistake, but decide to turn this regular joe into every woman's fantasy. In true "pygmalion" fashion, the suddenly suave finds himself paraded across Europe and getting his picture taken with the most beautiful women around. Trouble brews when a female reporter learns the truth and tries to decide whether or not to publish the story. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Peter Alexander, Renato Salvatori, (more)
- 1964
Connie Froboess plays the daughter of a millionaire who is a kleptomaniac in this screwball comedy. Her fiance (Peter Alexander) gets himself into many troublesome situations trying to cover up for his lover's larceny. ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide
- 1962
A musical work by Johann Strauss first performed in 1874 provides the basis for this musical comedy set in Vienna during the late 19th-century. It tells the story of a prince who plans an enormous costume ball with Phillip, his good friend. They are holding the ball to get revenge on Alexander, another friend. As the lavish dance begins, comic mayhem ensues. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
- 1961
A fictional video that features Count Bobby stepping in to escort a wealthy American woman in Europe when Countess Retzeburg becomes ill. ~ All Movie Guide
- 1960
This comical presentation is a re-make from the 1952 classic and has everyone chasing everyone! In German only. ~ All Movie Guide
