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Happy Weekend 1983

★ 2.73 votes85 min📅 1983-01-01

In the quaint Tyrolean countryside of 1983, *Happy Weekend* follows a spirited group of three young women and their friends as they embark on a mission to save a charming old hotel from demolition. Their bold plan?

Director: Murray Jordan

Cast

Kai Fischer
Kai Fischer
Ella Huber
Jacques Herlin
Jacques Herlin
Bürgermeister Herbert Huber
Petra Drechsler
Claudine
Alfons Haider
Bobby
Ingrid Riegler
Renate Huber
Erich Götzinger
Peter
Elisabeth Havlicek
Marty Brem
Klaus
Herbert Fux
Herbert Fux
Postenkommandant Schneider
Klaus Münster
Klaus Münster
Fisch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Happy Weekend (1983) about?

The film centers on three determined women who rally their friends to save a historic Tyrolean hotel by turning it into a disco. Their antics to sway the mayor and police chief collide with unexpected visitors, including rockers and sheikhs, creating a whirlwind of mishaps and laughter.

Who directed Happy Weekend?

Murray Jordan directed this lively 1983 comedy, blending humor with a touch of social commentary.

Who stars in Happy Weekend?

The film features Kai Fischer, Jacques Herlin, Petra Drechsler, Alfons Haider, and Ingrid Riegler as the charming ensemble cast.

Is Happy Weekend (1983) worth watching?

While IMDb-unrated, *Happy Weekend* offers a fun, nostalgic ride for fans of lighthearted comedies. Its quirky premise and energetic vibe make it a charming slice of 80s European cinema, perfect for a breezy afternoon watch.

How long is Happy Weekend?

The runtime for *Happy Weekend* is 85 minutes.

About Happy Weekend (1983) — A Disco Revolution in the Alps

In the quaint Tyrolean countryside of 1983, *Happy Weekend* follows a spirited group of three young women and their friends as they embark on a mission to save a charming old hotel from demolition. Their bold plan? Transform it into a vibrant disco, sparking a playful rebellion against the town's conservative mayor who dismisses the idea as an "immoral noise hall." With creativity, humor, and a touch of mischief, the trio navigates the clash between tradition and modernity, using every trick in the book to win over the skeptical authorities—while a gang of rockers and two eccentric sheikhs stir up even more chaos in the sleepy village.

Directed by Murray Jordan and blending slapstick comedy with lighthearted social satire, this Austrian gem captures the rebellious spirit of the era. The film's fun-loving atmosphere and offbeat humor make it a nostalgic treat for fans of classic European comedies. With an ensemble cast led by Kai Fischer and Jacques Herlin, *Happy Weekend* delivers a breezy 85-minute escape into a world where youthful energy clashes—and eventually charms—ingrained tradition.