The Game Is Over (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1966, The Game Is Over is a drama and romance film directed by Roger Vadim, running about 98 minutes. “Loveplay is a woman's life until the game is over...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Renee Saccard is a pampered, selfish young wife of a middle-aged Parisian businessman who falls in love with her stepson but is driven to the point of madness when her husband tricks the stepson into betraying her.
Who’s in it. The Game Is Over stars Jane Fonda as Renée Saccard, Michel Piccoli as Alexandre Saccard, Peter McEnery as Maxime Saccard and Tina Aumont as Anne Sernet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Game Is Over 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 The Game Is Over page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Game Is Over tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Game Is Over (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Game Is Over change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Game Is Over worth watching?
- The Game Is Over holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Game Is Over?
- The Game Is Over stars Jane Fonda, Michel Piccoli, Peter McEnery, Tina Aumont and Jacques Monod.
- When was The Game Is Over released?
- The Game Is Over was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.