Yoyo (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 7.1

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Released in 1965, Yoyo is a comedy, drama and history film directed by Pierre Étaix, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. The story follows the son of a millionaire from the 1920s to the 1960s. After losing his fortune in the stock-exchange crash, he teams up with an equestrienne and becomes a circus clown.

Who’s in it. Yoyo stars Pierre Étaix as Yoyo / The Millionaire, Claudine Auger as Isolina, Philippe Dionnet as Yoyo enfant and Luce Klein as L'écuyère, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Yoyo has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yoyo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Yoyo tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Yoyo (1965)?
In US, Yoyo is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Yoyo worth watching?
Yoyo holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Yoyo?
Yoyo stars Pierre Étaix, Claudine Auger, Philippe Dionnet, Luce Klein and Martine de Breteuil.
When was Yoyo released?
Yoyo was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.