Wise Guys (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1961, Wise Guys is a drama film directed by Claude Chabrol, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Tale follows a threesome of teens--one a rebellious type, another a more serious type, and the young girl who fits in the middle--as they parade around Paris with carefree attitudes.
Who’s in it. Wise Guys stars Jean-Claude Brialy as Ronald, Bernadette Lafont as Ambroisine, Stéphane Audran as Xavière, la danseuse and Sacha Briquet as Henri, le fiancé, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Wise Guys 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 Wise Guys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wise Guys tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wise Guys (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wise Guys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wise Guys worth watching?
- Wise Guys holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wise Guys?
- Wise Guys stars Jean-Claude Brialy, Bernadette Lafont, Stéphane Audran, Sacha Briquet and Jean Tissier.
