The Witness (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1978, The Witness is a drama and crime film directed by Jean-Pierre Mocky, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. An Italian painter, Antonio Berti, pays a visit to Reims to his friend Robert Maurisson, a banker with political views on the town hall, who hides, under an affable air and an irreproachable dignity, a libertine and cynical temperament. Charged by the notable with the restoration of paintings exhibited in the cathedral, the artist calls on Cathy, a young girl from the choir, to serve as his model. The young girl will be found dead a few hours after their interview, near one of Robert's properties.
Who’s in it. The Witness stars Alberto Sordi as Antonio Berti, Philippe Noiret as Robert Maurisson, Roland Dubillard as Commissaire Guérin and Gisèle Préville as Louise Maurisson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Witness 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 The Witness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Witness tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Witness (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Witness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Witness worth watching?
- The Witness 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 The Witness?
- The Witness stars Alberto Sordi, Philippe Noiret, Roland Dubillard, Gisèle Préville and Consuelo Ferrara.
- When was The Witness released?
- The Witness was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.