The Old Maid (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1972, The Old Maid is a comedy film directed by Jean-Pierre Blanc, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Muriel is a shy woman who bluffs and blusters around in order to hide her shyness and to protect her loneliness, even though she longs wistfully for a companion of some sort. She has been lonely so long that now she is an old maid and has never been wooed. In this gentle French film, Muriel gets a glimpse of romance when Gabriel walks into the seaside hotel she is vacationing in. His car has broken down, and he has to stay there for a few days while it is repaired. Hers is the only dinner table with room at it, and Gabriel cannot prevent himself from charming women. She is stiff with him at first, but soon they develop a friendship.
Who’s in it. The Old Maid stars Philippe Noiret as Gabriel Marcassus, Annie Girardot as Muriel Bouchon, Maria Schneider as Mome and Marthe Keller as Vicka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Old Maid has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Old Maid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Old Maid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Old Maid (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Old Maid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Old Maid worth watching?
- The Old Maid holds an audience score of 5.7 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 Old Maid?
- The Old Maid stars Philippe Noiret, Annie Girardot, Maria Schneider, Marthe Keller and Edith Scob.
- When was The Old Maid released?
- The Old Maid was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.