To the Bitter End (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1975, To the Bitter End is a drama and crime film directed by Gerd Oswald, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. 15 years ago Paul Jordan was a star in Hollywood musicals. But then he retired from showbiz and married the rich Joan. Now, after being dependent on his wife's money for many years, he's sick of it and wants to work again. A romantic affair with his stepdaughter, Shirley, gives him the guts to ask for a role. His former agent gets him one but it's with a small company in Vienna, Austria. The stress worsens his alcoholism; the tablets he takes to hide the effects lead him to hallucinations. When his wife and girlfriend appear at the same time, he's no longer capable of handling the situation.
Who’s in it. To the Bitter End stars Maurice Ronet as Paul Jordan, Suzy Kendall as Joan Jordan, Susanne Uhlen as Shirley Jordan and Christine Wodetzky as Natascha Petrowna, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, To the Bitter End has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch To the Bitter End page.
If you liked it. Fans of To the Bitter End tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch To the Bitter End (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for To the Bitter End change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is To the Bitter End worth watching?
- To the Bitter End holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in To the Bitter End?
- To the Bitter End stars Maurice Ronet, Suzy Kendall, Susanne Uhlen, Christine Wodetzky and Balduin Baas.