The Big Grasshopper (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1967, The Big Grasshopper is a comedy and romance film directed by Georges Lautner, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. While he is trying to escape from a hit man, Carl is setting up a kidnapping in Beirut. He gets lost on his way, falling in love with Salène, a.k.a. "La grande sauterelle"...
Who’s in it. The Big Grasshopper stars Mireille Darc as Salène, Maurice Biraud as Alfred, Hardy Krüger as Carl and Francis Blanche as Gédéon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Big Grasshopper 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 Big Grasshopper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Grasshopper tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Grasshopper (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Grasshopper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Grasshopper worth watching?
- The Big Grasshopper holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Grasshopper?
- The Big Grasshopper stars Mireille Darc, Maurice Biraud, Hardy Krüger, Francis Blanche and Georges Géret.
- When was The Big Grasshopper released?
- The Big Grasshopper was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.