Ring Around the World (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1966, Ring Around the World is an action, drama, crime and adventure film directed by Luigi Scattini.
What it’s about. Investigator Fred Lester uncovers a killer using an air pistol firing chemical bullets in the swinging '60s spy thriller RING AROUND THE WORLD, a globe-hopping escapade featuring a plane-and-parachute stunt later repeated in the James Bond film Moonraker.
Who’s in it. Ring Around the World stars Richard Harrison as Fred Lester, Hélène Chanel as Mary Brightford, Giacomo Rossi Stuart as Hitman and Dominique Boschero as Yo-Yo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Ring Around the World 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 Ring Around the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ring Around the World tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ring Around the World (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ring Around the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ring Around the World worth watching?
- Ring Around the World holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ring Around the World?
- Ring Around the World stars Richard Harrison, Hélène Chanel, Giacomo Rossi Stuart, Dominique Boschero and Bernard Blier.
- When was Ring Around the World released?
- Ring Around the World was released in 1966.