The Bastard (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1968, The Bastard is an action and crime film directed by Duccio Tessari, running about 102 minutes. “Brother or enemy - no mercy was given!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A criminal (Giuliano Gemma) seeks vengeance when his double-dealing brother (Klaus Kinski) steals his jewels and mutilates his shooting hand.
Who’s in it. The Bastard stars Rita Hayworth as Martha, Giuliano Gemma as Jason, Klaus Kinski as Adam and Margaret Lee as Karen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Bastard has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bastard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bastard 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 The Bastard (1968)?
- In US, The Bastard is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Bastard worth watching?
- The Bastard holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bastard?
- The Bastard stars Rita Hayworth, Giuliano Gemma, Klaus Kinski, Margaret Lee and Claudine Auger.
- When was The Bastard released?
- The Bastard was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.