The Balcony (1963): cast, story & where to watch
1963 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1963, The Balcony is a comedy, fantasy and drama film directed by Joseph Strick, running about 84 minutes. “Meet Madam Irma and her girls from the House of Illusion... they make men live their wildest dreams!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Madam of a brothel satisfies the erotic fantasies of her customers, while a revolution is sweeping the nation.
Who’s in it. The Balcony stars Shelley Winters as Madame Irma, Peter Falk as Police Chief, Lee Grant as Carmen and Leonard Nimoy as Roger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Balcony 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 Balcony page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Balcony tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Balcony (1963)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Balcony change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Balcony worth watching?
- The Balcony holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Balcony?
- The Balcony stars Shelley Winters, Peter Falk, Lee Grant, Leonard Nimoy and Ruby Dee.
- When was The Balcony released?
- The Balcony was released in 1963, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.