Ballad for a Dog (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1969, Ballad for a Dog is a notable film directed by Gérard Vergez, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Remi is a man on the verge of old age who begins to have hallucinations. He believes he has found a dog, but the canine is just a product of his imagination. The man takes a turn for the worse when his only friend, his poet neighbor, moves. He is left alone with his hallucinations and tries in vain to separate fantasy from reality in this plodding, depressing feature.
Who’s in it. Ballad for a Dog stars Charles Vanel as Viachet, Julien Guiomar as Robin, Claude Génia and Colette Régis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Ballad for a Dog sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ballad for a Dog page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ballad for a Dog (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ballad for a Dog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ballad for a Dog worth watching?
- Ballad for a Dog holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Ballad for a Dog?
- Ballad for a Dog stars Charles Vanel, Julien Guiomar, Claude Génia, Colette Régis and Alfred Lenglet.
- When was Ballad for a Dog released?
- Ballad for a Dog was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.