The Time to Die (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1970, The Time to Die is a thriller, crime and science fiction film directed by André Farwagi, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. The movie starts with a mysterious girl riding her horse into a tree. Then she's rescued by millionaire Max Topfer, who is startled to discover in her possession a video showing him being shot by a man he doesn’t know. Both the girl, who has total amnesia, and the tape appear to have come from the future. With the aid of bodyguard Helmut, Max Topfer tries to find out why a total stranger is apparently going to kill him on camera.
Who’s in it. The Time to Die stars Anna Karina as The Young Woman, Bruno Cremer as Max Topfer, Jean Rochefort as Hervé Breton and Billy Kearns as Helmut, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Time to Die 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 Time to Die page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Time to Die tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Time to Die (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Time to Die change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Time to Die worth watching?
- The Time to Die holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Time to Die?
- The Time to Die stars Anna Karina, Bruno Cremer, Jean Rochefort, Billy Kearns and Daniel Moosmann.
- When was The Time to Die released?
- The Time to Die was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.