The Good and the Bad (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1976, The Good and the Bad is a comedy, drama, crime and romance film directed by Claude Lelouch, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. The film follows the exploits of Jacques, a car-mechanic turned pro-thief, and his Jewish co-conspirator Simon as their robberies, beginning well before the Second World War, take on a political coloration under the occupation.
Who’s in it. The Good and the Bad stars Jacques Dutronc as Jacques, Marlène Jobert as Lola, Brigitte Fossey as Dominique and Bruno Cremer as Bruno, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Good and the Bad 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 Good and the Bad page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Good and the Bad tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Good and the Bad (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Good and the Bad change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Good and the Bad worth watching?
- The Good and the Bad holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Good and the Bad?
- The Good and the Bad stars Jacques Dutronc, Marlène Jobert, Brigitte Fossey, Bruno Cremer and Jacques Villeret.
- When was The Good and the Bad released?
- The Good and the Bad was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.