The Saint Lies in Wait (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1966, The Saint Lies in Wait is an action film directed by Christian-Jaque.
What it’s about. Oscar Chartier plays a dangerous double game by selling secret plans to the German and American secret services, to ensure a comfortable future for his daughter, Sophie. But the plans are fake and Chartier decides to get help from his good friend Simon Templar.
Who’s in it. The Saint Lies in Wait stars Jean Marais as Simon Templar, Jess Hahn as Hoppy Uniatz, Jean Yanne as Mueller-Strasse and Danièle Evenou as Sophie Chartier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Saint Lies in Wait 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 Saint Lies in Wait page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Saint Lies in Wait 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 The Saint Lies in Wait (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Saint Lies in Wait change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Saint Lies in Wait worth watching?
- The Saint Lies in Wait holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Saint Lies in Wait?
- The Saint Lies in Wait stars Jean Marais, Jess Hahn, Jean Yanne, Danièle Evenou and Raffaella Carrà.
- When was The Saint Lies in Wait released?
- The Saint Lies in Wait was released in 1966.