The Pipes (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, The Pipes is a comedy film directed by Vojtěch Jasný, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. This three-part Austrian/Czech comedy stretches the boundaries of what is considered to be humorous. Part one finds a silent film actor upset because of a rival actor's attention to the former's wife. When he kills his rival, it is only when he is strapped to the electric chair that he realizes that this is his last live scene. The second episode has the wife of an elderly British nobleman having an affair with the young gamekeeper of their estate. Part three finds a peasant woman taking a lover when her husband goes off to fight the war.
Who’s in it. The Pipes stars Walter Giller as George Randy, Gitte Hænning as Mary Randy, Václav Lohniský as Director and Juraj Herz as William Poker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Pipes has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pipes page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pipes tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pipes (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pipes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pipes worth watching?
- The Pipes holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pipes?
- The Pipes stars Walter Giller, Gitte Hænning, Václav Lohniský, Juraj Herz and Jaroslav Štercl.
- When was The Pipes released?
- The Pipes was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.