Joanna (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 5.8

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Released in 1968, Joanna is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Michael Sarne, running about 108 minutes. “She's top banana…” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When 17 year old Joanna comes to Swinging London, she meets a host of colourful characters, discovers the pleasures of casual sex and falls in love. That's when things get complicated.

Who’s in it. Joanna stars Calvin Lockhart as Gordon, Donald Sutherland as Lord Peter Sanderson, Geneviève Waïte as Joanna Sorrin and Christian Doermer as Hendrik Casson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Joanna 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 Joanna page.

If you liked it. Fans of Joanna tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Joanna (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Joanna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Joanna worth watching?
Joanna holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Joanna?
Joanna stars Calvin Lockhart, Donald Sutherland, Geneviève Waïte, Christian Doermer and Glenna Forster-Jones.
When was Joanna released?
Joanna was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.