
The End of the Tether
1973, French. Directed by Claude-Jean Bonnardot.
An experienced but aging captain in command of the Sofala must hide the fact that he is becoming blind.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
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- Released
- 15 August 1973
- Original title
- Au bout du rouleau
- Country
- France
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How long is The End of the Tether?
The End of the Tether runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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Which OTT platform is The End of the Tether on?
The End of the Tether isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 August 1973. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The End of the Tether?
If you liked The End of the Tether, try The Long Absence, Another Day, Salomé.
Who directed The End of the Tether?
The End of the Tether (1973) was directed by Claude-Jean Bonnardot and stars Charles Vanel, Étienne Bierry, Louis Arbessier.