The Blue Panther (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 5.1

The Blue Panther poster

Released in 1965, The Blue Panther is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Claude Chabrol, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. Marie-Chantal travels by train to her cousin's place to spend a winter holiday, when a stranger entrusts her with false jewels that contain a virus powerful enough to destroy all humankind.

Who’s in it. The Blue Panther stars Marie Laforêt as Marie-Chantal, Serge Reggiani as Ivanov, Charles Denner as Johnson and Stéphane Audran as Olga, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Blue Panther has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Blue Panther page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Panther 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 The Blue Panther (1965)?
In US, The Blue Panther is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Blue Panther worth watching?
The Blue Panther holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Blue Panther?
The Blue Panther stars Marie Laforêt, Serge Reggiani, Charles Denner, Stéphane Audran and Francisco Rabal.
When was The Blue Panther released?
The Blue Panther was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.