Back to the Wall
1958, French. Directed by Édouard Molinaro.
A MAN... HIS WIFE... HER LOVER... the wall held the secret
Rich industrialist Jacques Decret learns his wife Gloria is having an affair with a young actor. For revenge, he bombards her with anonymous letters, convincing her that her lover is the culprit while Gloria desperately seeks a way out.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- NR
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Back to the Wall is streaming on Kino Film Collection in India.
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Cast & crew
- Édouard MolinaroDirector
- Jeanne MoreauGloria Decrey
- Gérard OuryJacques Decrey
- Philippe NicaudYves Normand
- Claire MaurierGhislaine
- Gérard BuhrMario
- George CusinPolice commissioner
- Robert BazilPolice inspector
- Jean DegraveLe bijoutier
- Richard FrancœurJeweler
- Françoise HonoratGuest of the Decreys
- Joëlle JaninSecretary
- Robert Le BéalMe Lombard, lawyer
Details
- Released
- 7 March 1958
- Original title
- Le Dos au mur
- Country
- France
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How long is Back to the Wall?
Back to the Wall runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Back to the Wall have a post-credits scene?
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Back to the Wall parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Back to the Wall is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Back to the Wall on?
Back to the Wall is streaming on Kino Film Collection in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Back to the Wall?
If you liked Back to the Wall, try Riot in Cell Block 11, Cry of the City, Saint Omer.
Who directed Back to the Wall?
Back to the Wall (1958) was directed by Édouard Molinaro and stars Jeanne Moreau, Gérard Oury, Philippe Nicaud.