The Girl and the General (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1967, The Girl and the General is a comedy and drama film directed by Pasquale Festa Campanile, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman and a soldier team up to deliver an Austrian General to Italian forces during World War I. Their quest for the 1,000 Lire reward changes their lives unexpectedly.
Who’s in it. The Girl and the General stars Rod Steiger as der General, Virna Lisi as Ada, Umberto Orsini as Tarasconi, Soldat and Tony Gaggia as Der Korporal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Girl and the General 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 Girl and the General page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Girl and the General tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Girl and the General (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Girl and the General change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Girl and the General worth watching?
- The Girl and the General holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Girl and the General?
- The Girl and the General stars Rod Steiger, Virna Lisi, Umberto Orsini, Tony Gaggia and Marco Mariani.
- When was The Girl and the General released?
- The Girl and the General was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.