Opium and the Stick (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1970, Opium and the Stick is an action, drama and war film directed by Ahmed Rachedi, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. An Algerian doctor decides to leave the troubles in Algiers and goes back to his hometown, a small village lost in the mountains. There, however, the situation is explosive as well, as the guerilla is active and the French military has to keep a close watch on the locals...
Who’s in it. Opium and the Stick stars Sid Ali Kouiret as Ali, Marie-José Nat as Farroudja, Jean-Louis Trintignant as Chaudier and Mustapha Kateb as Lazrak, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Opium and the Stick 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 Opium and the Stick page.
If you liked it. Fans of Opium and the Stick 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 Opium and the Stick (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Opium and the Stick change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Opium and the Stick worth watching?
- Opium and the Stick holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Opium and the Stick?
- Opium and the Stick stars Sid Ali Kouiret, Marie-José Nat, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Mustapha Kateb and Jean-Claude Bercq.
- When was Opium and the Stick released?
- Opium and the Stick was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.