Backfire (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1964, Backfire is a comedy, crime and adventure film directed by Jean Becker, running about 94 minutes. “Belmondo's Up in the Air Again...With Jean Seberg Along for the Ride...And That Goldfinger Villain Trying to Shoot him Down!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A greedy gold smuggler hires a handsome hero to transport a stolen fortune to a new hideout accompanied by the smuggler's sexy girlfriend.
Who’s in it. Backfire stars Jean-Paul Belmondo as David Ladislas, Jean Seberg as Olga Celan, Enrico Maria Salerno as Mario and Renate Ewert as The Countess, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Backfire 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 Backfire page.
If you liked it. Fans of Backfire tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Backfire (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Backfire change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Backfire worth watching?
- Backfire holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Backfire?
- Backfire stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Seberg, Enrico Maria Salerno, Renate Ewert and Jean-Pierre Marielle.
- When was Backfire released?
- Backfire was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.