Roads to the South (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1978, Roads to the South is a drama film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 101 minutes. “One man's war with himself” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. France, 1975. Jean, an exiled Spanish Communist, is a successful screenwriter who, after a tragic event, struggles with his political commitment, his love for his country, under the boot of General Franco, whose death he and his comrades have waited for years, and his complicated relationship with his son. (A sequel to “The War Is Over,” 1966.)
Who’s in it. Roads to the South stars Yves Montand as Jean Larrea, Miou-Miou as Julia, Laurent Malet as Laurent Larrea and José Luis Gómez as Miguel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Roads to the South has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Roads to the South page.
If you liked it. Fans of Roads to the South tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Roads to the South (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Roads to the South change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Roads to the South worth watching?
- Roads to the South holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Roads to the South?
- Roads to the South stars Yves Montand, Miou-Miou, Laurent Malet, José Luis Gómez and Claire Bretécher.
- When was Roads to the South released?
- Roads to the South was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.