The Lions Are Loose (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1961, The Lions Are Loose is a comedy film directed by Henri Verneuil, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Albertine, a young woman from Bordeaux, leaves her town and her husband to discover the joys of the French capital. Thanks to her friend Cécile, she penetrates Parisian high society and becomes the subject of rivalry between Dr André Challenberg and a fashionable young novelist, Didier Marèze.
Who’s in it. The Lions Are Loose stars Claudia Cardinale as Albertine Ferran, Jean-Claude Brialy as Didier Marèze, Michèle Morgan as Cécile, l'amie d'Albertine and Danielle Darrieux as Marie-Laure Robert-Guichard,, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Lions Are Loose has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lions Are Loose page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lions Are Loose tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lions Are Loose (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lions Are Loose change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lions Are Loose worth watching?
- The Lions Are Loose holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lions Are Loose?
- The Lions Are Loose stars Claudia Cardinale, Jean-Claude Brialy, Michèle Morgan, Danielle Darrieux and Lino Ventura.
- When was The Lions Are Loose released?
- The Lions Are Loose was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.