The Joker (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1961, The Joker is a comedy film directed by Philippe de Broca, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A young man who lives on women meets his match in the young wife of a rich industrialist. Their affair is doomed by her taste for luxury and his dislike of her coolness.
Who’s in it. The Joker stars Jean-Pierre Cassel as Édouard Berlon, Anouk Aimée as Hélène Laroche, Pierre Palau as Uncle Théodose and Geneviève Cluny as Pilou Berlon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Joker has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Joker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Joker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Joker (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Joker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Joker worth watching?
- The Joker holds an audience score of 4.3 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 Joker?
- The Joker stars Jean-Pierre Cassel, Anouk Aimée, Pierre Palau, Geneviève Cluny and Georges Wilson.
- When was The Joker released?
- The Joker was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.