Goldstein (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1965, Goldstein is a comedy film directed by Philip Kaufman, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. GOLDSTEIN, the feature film debut of talented director Philip Kaufman, is an early example of American independent filmmaking from the early 1960s. A fable about an old man with an odd effect on those he encounters, the film is a funny, warm-hearted postcard from an important moment in American cinema. GOLDSTEIN, starring veteran character actor Lou Gilbert, shared the Prix de la Nouvelle Critique at the 1964 Cannes Film Festival with Bertolucci’s Before the Revolution. Cinema deity Jean Renoir called the film "the best American film I have seen in 20 years."
Who’s in it. Goldstein stars Lou Gilbert as Old Man, Ellen Madison as Sally, Tom Erhart as Sculptor and Ben Carruthers as Jay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Goldstein has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Goldstein page.
If you liked it. Fans of Goldstein tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Goldstein (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Goldstein change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Goldstein worth watching?
- Goldstein holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Goldstein?
- Goldstein stars Lou Gilbert, Ellen Madison, Tom Erhart, Ben Carruthers and Charles Fischer.
- When was Goldstein released?
- Goldstein was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.