The Wise Guys (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1972, The Wise Guys is a drama and crime film directed by Jean-Claude Labrecque, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. In this French Canadian film, when the provincial government tries to move two young farmers from their land to make way for development, the two fight back, accidentally killing a policeman and becoming outlaws in the process.
Who’s in it. The Wise Guys stars Daniel Pilon, Donald Pilon, Louise Laparé and Marcel Martel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Wise Guys has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wise Guys page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wise Guys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wise Guys (1972)?
- In US, The Wise Guys is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Wise Guys worth watching?
- The Wise Guys holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Wise Guys?
- The Wise Guys stars Daniel Pilon, Donald Pilon, Louise Laparé, Marcel Martel and Marcel Sabourin.
- When was The Wise Guys released?
- The Wise Guys was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.