Not My Day

Till Reiners is a cautious, detail-oriented banker who prides himself on predictability. During a routine bank robbery, he becomes an unwilling passenger in a high-stakes caper. The encounter pulls him out of his comfort zone and into a wild ride filled with danger, improvisation, and surprising humor. Instead of panicking, Till negotiates, talks his way through tight spots, and forms uneasy bonds with his captors. The experience shifts his view of money, risk, and what it means to be useful in a crisis. Through a string of near misses and ridiculous miscommunications, Till discovers a side of himself he never expected. He ends up handling tricky twists, bluffing with quick wits, and turning small acts of luck into chances to survive the day. Even in the most tense moments, the film keeps a sharp pace and a bright, comedic energy.

Not My Day was directed by Peter Thorwarth from an original script by Stefan Holtz and Ralf Husmann. The 2014 German comedy pairs Axel Stein with Moritz Bleibtreu for a fast-paced urban caper, backed by a lively supporting cast.

Box office: worldwide gross figures for Not My Day are not widely publicized, and the film did not receive a major international rollout. It appeared primarily in Germany and a handful of European markets.

Not My Day sits beside other light crime comedies in contemporary German cinema. Its fast banter and the odd couple mix between a wary banker and his captors create recognizable moments that fans referenced in conversations and trailers, and it helped cement the actor pairings in fans' minds.

Critics described the film as effective light entertainment with solid performances from Stein and Bleibtreu. It looks at money, class, and luck as factors shaping daily choices, while the hostage scenario becomes a vehicle for awkward humor and character growth, rather than just chase scenes. It sticks with you as a reminder that a single decision can alter a life in surprising ways.