The War Is Over (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 6.4

Released in 1966, The War Is Over is a thriller and drama film directed by Alain Resnais, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. Diego is one of the chiefs of the Spanish Communist Party. On his way from Madrid to Paris, he is arrested at the border for an ID check but manages to get free. When he arrives in Paris, he starts searching for one of his comrade to prevent him from going to Madrid where he could be arrested.
Who’s in it. The War Is Over stars Yves Montand as Diego Mora / Carlos / Domingo, Ingrid Thulin as Marianne, Geneviève Bujold as Nadine Sallanches and Jean Dasté as The Man in Charge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The War Is Over has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The War Is Over page.
If you liked it. Fans of The War Is Over tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The War Is Over (1966)?
- In US, The War Is Over is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The War Is Over worth watching?
- The War Is Over holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The War Is Over?
- The War Is Over stars Yves Montand, Ingrid Thulin, Geneviève Bujold, Jean Dasté and Dominique Rozan.
- When was The War Is Over released?
- The War Is Over was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.
