The Madman (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1970, The Madman is a drama film directed by Claude Goretta, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. George (Francois Simon) takes care of his invalid wife and holds down a full-time job. When an investment firm wipes out his life savings, the middle-aged George is soon forced into retirement for health reasons. George takes up a life of crime when the company turns his back on him and the money is gone overnight. He is soon driven to the brink of insanity over the unfortunate series of events that transpire. - Dan Pavlides
Who’s in it. The Madman stars François Simon as George Plond and Jean-Luc Bideau.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Madman 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 Madman page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Madman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Madman (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Madman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Madman worth watching?
- The Madman holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Madman?
- The Madman stars François Simon and Jean-Luc Bideau.
- When was The Madman released?
- The Madman was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.