The Explosion Will Be at Five 1985
In Josef Pinkava's charming 1960s-set family comedy *The Explosion Will Be at Five (1985)*, young Ludvík (Robert Nešpor) steps into the role of an inventive but perilously impulsive scientist.
Director: Josef Pinkava
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Explosion Will Be at Five (1985) about?
This 1985 family comedy follows Ludvík, a bright but reckless young scientist whose experiments constantly backfire, turning his home into a scene of comedic disaster. From flooding the bathroom to testing gravity with pumpkins, Ludvík's curiosity leads to chaos—but always with heart.
Who directed The Explosion Will Be at Five?
The film was directed by Josef Pinkava, known for his work in family-friendly comedies that blend humor with relatable coming-of-age themes.
Who stars in The Explosion Will Be at Five?
The cast includes Robert Nešpor as Ludvík, Mahulena Bočanová, Jiří Hálek, Lubor Tokoš, and Zdena Hadrbolcová.
Is The Explosion Will Be at Five (1985) worth watching?
Though unrated on IMDb, this 73-minute family comedy offers lighthearted entertainment with universal themes of curiosity and resilience. Fans of classic Czechoslovakian films or gentle slapstick will find it a delightful watch.
How long is The Explosion Will Be at Five?
The film runs for 73 minutes.
About The Explosion Will Be at Five (1985) — A Family Comedy of Scientific Mischief and Unexpected Lessons
In Josef Pinkava's charming 1960s-set family comedy *The Explosion Will Be at Five (1985)*, young Ludvík (Robert Nešpor) steps into the role of an inventive but perilously impulsive scientist. With a mind brimming with curiosity and a penchant for trial-and-error, he turns his family's home into a laboratory of small-scale disasters—from flooding bathrooms while testing water displacement to nearly sacrificing the neighbor's pumpkins in the name of gravity. His latest experiment? Harnessing electricity with the neighborhood rabbits as unwilling subjects.
The film blends gentle humor with the awkwardness of youthful ambition, painting Ludvík's parents as bemused bystanders to his chaotic genius. As Ludvík's schemes escalate, so does the chaos, all captured in a lighthearted tone that celebrates the messy, unpredictable journey of growing up and learning through failure. It's a nostalgic, feel-good story perfect for audiences who appreciate wit, warmth, and the occasional (controlled) explosion.