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Taxi to the Toilets

1981Movie1 h 35 min

DramaRomance
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes96%61%
79
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Rotten Tomatoes96%61%

Summary

Frank, a dedicated schoolteacher, embraces the sexual freedoms of the city’s underground scene—navigating a double life in public restrooms, cinemas, and cruising spots. When he meets Bernd, a sweet and steady museum worker, he finds himself torn between the comfort of domestic partnership and the allure of anonymous desire.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

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  • You're watching with family

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Not for warmth, scares or comfort.

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5 of 5

Crew

Directed by
Frank Ripploh
Written by
Frank Ripploh
Produced by
Frank Ripploh, Horst Schier, Laurens Straub
Music by
Hans Wittstatt

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Facts

January 9, 1981 · 1 h 35 min · Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language

Released
January 9, 1981
Runtime
1 h 35 min
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language
Genres
Romance, Drama, Comedy
Original language
German
Also spoken
English, French
Made in
Germany
Available in
11 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Taxi to the Toilets?"

Questions about Taxi to the Toilets

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Taxi to the Toilets?

MUBI

In the United States, Taxi to the Toilets streams on MUBI. It also streams in 10 other countries.

Is Taxi to the Toilets worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 6.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 96%). Critics rate it higher (96 out of 100) than audiences (64).

Is there a sequel to Taxi to the Toilets?

  1. Taxi to the Toilets (1981)
  2. Taxi to Cairo (1987)

Yes: it's movie 1 of 2 in its series, followed by Taxi to Cairo (1987).

Will Taxi to the Toilets make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Taxi to the Toilets good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsFriends NightSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 4 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Taxi to the Toilets in English?

GermanEnglishFrench

No, it was made in German, with some English and French.