Trap for the Assassin (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1966, Trap for the Assassin is a thriller and drama film directed by Riccardo Freda, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. This one is generally looked upon as the best version of the old-fashioned melodrama by Jules Mary.Riccardo Freda,who was mainly known for his horror movies,tried also his hand at spy thrillers in the wake of James Bond ("Coplan Ouvre Le Feu à Mexico") ,and had a penchant for old French melodramas (before "Roger la Honte" ,he redid "Les Deux Orphelines " -D.W.GRiffith's "orphans of the storm-. Georges Géret replaces Lucien Coedel and Irene Pappas takes on Maria Casarès's part of his mistress.Freda 's movie is more compact ,with a running time of 105 min,whereas Cayatte's version (1945-46) spread over two episodes with a total time exceeding 3 hours.It also benefited from the use of color .But all in all,it's the same old story.
Who’s in it. Trap for the Assassin stars Georges Géret as Roger Laroque, Jean Carmet as Tristot, Jean-Pierre Marielle as Lucien de Noirville and Jacques Monod as le président des assises, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Trap for the Assassin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trap for the Assassin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trap for the Assassin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trap for the Assassin (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trap for the Assassin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Trap for the Assassin worth watching?
- Trap for the Assassin holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Trap for the Assassin?
- Trap for the Assassin stars Georges Géret, Jean Carmet, Jean-Pierre Marielle, Jacques Monod and Dominique Zardi.
- When was Trap for the Assassin released?
- Trap for the Assassin was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.