A Monkey in Winter (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1962, A Monkey in Winter is a comedy and drama film directed by Henri Verneuil, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a man who has stopped drinking- and then dreaming- and who thanks to a young man who tries to forget a lost love in alcohol will turn drunk again during an exciting night.
Who’s in it. A Monkey in Winter stars Jean Gabin as Albert Quentin, Jean-Paul Belmondo as Gabriel Fouquet, Suzanne Flon as Suzanne Quentin and Noël Roquevert as M. Landru, patron du bazar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, A Monkey in Winter has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Monkey in Winter page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Monkey in Winter tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Monkey in Winter (1962)?
- In US, A Monkey in Winter is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Monkey in Winter worth watching?
- A Monkey in Winter holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Monkey in Winter?
- A Monkey in Winter stars Jean Gabin, Jean-Paul Belmondo, Suzanne Flon, Noël Roquevert and Paul Frankeur.
- When was A Monkey in Winter released?
- A Monkey in Winter was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.