The Law (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1959, The Law is a drama and crime film directed by Jules Dassin, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. A gorgeous housekeeper turns the tables on the men in a small Mediterranean coastal town by using their own vicious drinking game.
Who’s in it. The Law stars Gina Lollobrigida as Marietta, Pierre Brasseur as Don Cesare, Marcello Mastroianni as Enrico Tosso and Melina Mercouri as Donna Lucrezia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Law has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Law page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Law tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Law (1959)?
- In US, The Law is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Law worth watching?
- The Law holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Law?
- The Law stars Gina Lollobrigida, Pierre Brasseur, Marcello Mastroianni, Melina Mercouri and Yves Montand.
- When was The Law released?
- The Law was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.