Katmandu (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1969, Katmandu is a drama, crime and romance film directed by André Cayatte, running about 100 minutes. “A LOVE STYLE that is HONEST and TRAGIC!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A rebellious socially-conscious man travels to Nepal to find his dead-beat dad. There, he meets Jane, a beautiful hippie girl hooked on drugs. He's forced to steal artefacts for his father's slimy employer to earn money to help Jane.
Who’s in it. Katmandu stars Serge Gainsbourg as Ted, Jane Birkin as Jane, Renaud Verley as Olivier and Pascale Audret as Yvonne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Katmandu has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Katmandu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Katmandu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Katmandu (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Katmandu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Katmandu worth watching?
- Katmandu holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Katmandu?
- Katmandu stars Serge Gainsbourg, Jane Birkin, Renaud Verley, Pascale Audret and Elsa Martinelli.
- When was Katmandu released?
- Katmandu was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.