The Menace (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1961, The Menace is a drama film directed by Gérard Oury, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Josepha is on the verge eighteen living with her drunken washed up actor uncle. She longs for the companionship of a group of her mo-ped riding peers who dabble in activities on the shady side of a legal dividing line. In order to get the semi-delinquent group to accept her, Josepha runs to the police with a tall tale about the local druggist, Savary. The police are looking for a sex murderer, and Josepha insists Savary is their man. What she does not know, however, can do her considerable damage.
Who’s in it. The Menace stars Robert Hossein as Savary, Marie-José Nat as Josepha, Paolo Stoppa as Cousin and Robert Dalban as Inspektor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Menace 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 The Menace page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Menace tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Menace (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Menace change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Menace worth watching?
- The Menace holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Menace?
- The Menace stars Robert Hossein, Marie-José Nat, Paolo Stoppa, Robert Dalban and Gérard Oury.
- When was The Menace released?
- The Menace was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.