The Tobacconist
2018, German. Directed by Nikolaus Leytner.
Vienna, 1937, on the eve of the annexation of Austria into Nazi Germany. The young and inexperienced Franz Huchel begins to learn about both the joys and hardships of life by working as an apprentice to the mutilated war veteran Otto Trsnjek in a small tobacco shop, where he meets the famous psychiatrist Sigmund Freud, a regular customer, who will become a valuable friend in times of chaos and uncertainty.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- German
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Tobacconist is streaming on Chai Flicks in India.
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Cast & crew
- Nikolaus LeytnerDirector
- Simon MorzéFranz Huchel
- Bruno GanzSigmund Freud
- Johannes KrischOtto Trsnjek
- Emma NovaAnezka
- Karoline EichhornAnna Freud
- Regina FritschMargarete Huchel
- Elfriede IrrallMartha Freud
- Michael Fitz'Red Egon'
- Rainer WössMr. Rosshuber
- Sabine HergetMrs. Rosshuber
- Gerti DrasslDoctor's Wife
- Gerhard LiebmannHeinzi
Details
- Released
- 12 October 2018
- Original title
- Der Trafikant
- Country
- Austria, Germany
- Written by
- Klaus Richter, Nikolaus Leytner
- Box office
- $361K
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What The Tobacconist is based on
The Tobacconist is based on The Tobacconist, a 2012 novel by Robert Seethaler.
Novel · 2012
The Tobacconist
By Robert Seethaler
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The Tobacconist: quick answers
Is The Tobacconist worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Tobacconist?
The Tobacconist runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does The Tobacconist have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Tobacconist. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Tobacconist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Tobacconist yet.
Which OTT platform is The Tobacconist on?
The Tobacconist is streaming on Chai Flicks in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Tobacconist?
If you liked The Tobacconist, try Conspiracy, Stella. A Life., Nuremberg.
Who directed The Tobacconist?
The Tobacconist (2018) was directed by Nikolaus Leytner and stars Simon Morzé, Bruno Ganz, Johannes Krisch.
What is The Tobacconist based on?
The Tobacconist is based on The Tobacconist, a 2012 novel by Robert Seethaler.