The Eavesdropper (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, The Eavesdropper is a drama and romance film directed by Leopoldo Torre Nilsson, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. When a young fanatical nationalist suspects that his fellow pensioners - immigrants and zarzuela players - plan an attack on the president, he reports them to the police. In his adventure, he leaves behind a girlfriend and a lover, and ends up sharing his life with a disoriented girl.
Who’s in it. The Eavesdropper stars Stathis Giallelis as Martín Casals, Janet Margolin as Inés, Lautaro Murúa as Hernán Ramallo and Leonardo Favio as Santos, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Eavesdropper 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 Eavesdropper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eavesdropper tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Eavesdropper (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eavesdropper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Eavesdropper worth watching?
- The Eavesdropper holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Eavesdropper?
- The Eavesdropper stars Stathis Giallelis, Janet Margolin, Lautaro Murúa, Leonardo Favio and Nelly Meden.
- When was The Eavesdropper released?
- The Eavesdropper was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.