Gorilla's Waltz (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film
Released in 1959, Gorilla's Waltz is an action and thriller film directed by Bernard Borderie, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the third feature in a series about an intrepid French spy by the nickname of "The Gorilla," but unlike the earlier films, this time around Roger Hanin replaces Lino Ventura in the title role. A West German scientist has discovered a way to recover missiles shot into space, and the major Western powers are after his secret. Even though the scientist is willing to pass his discovery on to NATO, it is guarded by an elite, undercover West German police force. As foreign agents, including the Russians and Americans, try to get their hands on the secret, "The Gorilla" is forced into the affair by his surly, aging boss -- he has to make sure that the scientist's discovery ends up with NATO.
Who’s in it. Gorilla's Waltz stars Roger Hanin as Le Gorille, Charles Vanel as Le Vieux, Ursula Herwig as Luise Keibl and Jess Hahn as Ted the Hook, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gorilla's Waltz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gorilla's Waltz tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gorilla's Waltz (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gorilla's Waltz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Gorilla's Waltz?
- Gorilla's Waltz stars Roger Hanin, Charles Vanel, Ursula Herwig, Jess Hahn and Wolfgang Preiss.
- When was Gorilla's Waltz released?
- Gorilla's Waltz was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.