Merry-Go-Round (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1981, Merry-Go-Round is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Jacques Rivette, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. New Yorker Ben Phillips and mysterious Léo Hoffmann are strangers who are summoned to Paris by a mutual acquaintance. Upon arrival, they meet and soon find themselves tangled in a complex mystery.
Who’s in it. Merry-Go-Round stars Joe Dallesandro as Ben, Maria Schneider as Léo, Hermine Karagheuz as The other one and Danièle Gégauff as Elisabeth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Merry-Go-Round 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 Merry-Go-Round page.
If you liked it. Fans of Merry-Go-Round tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Merry-Go-Round (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Merry-Go-Round change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Merry-Go-Round worth watching?
- Merry-Go-Round holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Merry-Go-Round?
- Merry-Go-Round stars Joe Dallesandro, Maria Schneider, Hermine Karagheuz, Danièle Gégauff and Sylvie Matton.
- When was Merry-Go-Round released?
- Merry-Go-Round was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.