Head Against the Wall
1959, French. Directed by Georges Franju.
An aimless young man is committed to a psychiatric hospital by his father in an attempt to cure him of his delinquent tendencies.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Georges FranjuDirector
- Jean-Pierre MockyFrançois Gérane
- Pierre BrasseurDr. Varmont
- Paul MeurisseDr. Emery
- Charles AznavourHeurtevent
- Anouk AiméeStéphanie
- Jean GallandMaître Gérane
- Jean OzenneCount Elzéar de Chambrelle
- Thomy BourdelleColonel Donnadieu
- Rudy LenoirThe hidden man
- Roger LegrisDecauville, the driver
- Henri San JuanThe pool owner
- Édith ScobThe singing mad
Details
- Released
- 20 March 1959
- Original title
- La Tête contre les murs
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Hervé Bazin
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Head Against the Wall: quick answers
Is Head Against the Wall worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Head Against the Wall?
Head Against the Wall runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Head Against the Wall have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Head Against the Wall. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Head Against the Wall parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Head Against the Wall on?
Head Against the Wall isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 March 1959. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Head Against the Wall?
If you liked Head Against the Wall, try Hardball, The Young One, Céline.
Who directed Head Against the Wall?
Head Against the Wall (1959) was directed by Georges Franju and stars Jean-Pierre Mocky, Pierre Brasseur, Paul Meurisse.