The Dictator's Guns (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1965, The Dictator's Guns is a drama and crime film directed by Claude Sautet, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Jacques Cournot, a freelance skipper, is hired by Mr Hendrix in Santo Domingo, first of all to advise him regarding the acquisition of a sailing boat. After a thorough inspection of a prospective vessel, the "Dragoon", Cournot reports his positive appraisal to Mr Hendrix and initiates the negotiations with Mrs Osborne, the owner of the craft. Barely a couple of days later, Cournot finds himself in a bind as the police questions him about the exact kind of cruise he was supposed to organize for his principal. For the "Dragoon" is gone; Mr Hendrix has disappeared; Mrs Osborne is not aware of any deal; and the corpses of mysterious individuals, victims of a violent death, are found on the beaches of Santo Domingo.
Who’s in it. The Dictator's Guns stars Lino Ventura as Jacques Cournot, Sylva Koscina as Rae Osborne, Leo Gordon as Morrison and Alberto de Mendoza as Hendrix, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Dictator's Guns 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 Dictator's Guns page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dictator's Guns tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dictator's Guns (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dictator's Guns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Dictator's Guns worth watching?
- The Dictator's Guns holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Dictator's Guns?
- The Dictator's Guns stars Lino Ventura, Sylva Koscina, Leo Gordon, Alberto de Mendoza and Antonio Martin.
- When was The Dictator's Guns released?
- The Dictator's Guns was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.