Mastermind (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1969, Mastermind is a comedy and thriller film directed by Alex March, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Zero Mostel plays an inspector on the trail of criminals who have captured a robot called Chatze(sp?) played by Felix Silas. The inspector has delusions that he is a great Samurai warrior and the movie flashes back and forth between present day and ancient times.
Who’s in it. Mastermind stars Tony Hale as Nicholas Benedict / Mr. Curtain, Zero Mostel as Inspector Hoku Ichihara, Keiko Kishi as Nikki Kono and Gawn Grainger as Nigel Crouchback, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Mastermind has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mastermind page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mastermind tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mastermind (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mastermind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mastermind worth watching?
- Mastermind holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mastermind?
- Mastermind stars Tony Hale, Zero Mostel, Keiko Kishi, Gawn Grainger and Bradford Dillman.
- When was Mastermind released?
- Mastermind was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.