Movie

The optimist

★ 7.5(4)19731h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Kostas Karagiannis
Release date: 1973-10-15
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: Greek
Status: Released
Studio: Karagiannis-Karatzopoulos

About The optimist

The optimist is a 1973 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Kostas Karagiannis, starring Kostas Voutsas, Nikos Rizos and Elena Nathanail. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.5/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The optimist in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A minor fender-bender triggers a string of unexpected events when a young optimist and car sales representative chances upon the incognito daughter of his antagonist. Will this lead to a fresh romance, and the fulfilment of his dreams?

Cast

Kostas Voutsas

Hristos Antypas

Nikos Rizos

Panos Karlis

Elena Nathanail

Mary Saranti

Marika Krevata

Roula Antypa

Elsa Rizou

Nitsa Kostiou

Andreas Filippides

Haralambos Sarantis

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The optimist in Canada?+

The optimist is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The optimist on Netflix?+

The optimist is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The optimist?+

The optimist has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The optimist?+

The optimist stars Kostas Voutsas, Nikos Rizos, Elena Nathanail, Marika Krevata and Elsa Rizou.

When did The optimist come out?+

The optimist is a 1973 movie directed by Kostas Karagiannis.

What genre is The optimist?+

The optimist is Comedy film.

Who directed The optimist?+

The optimist was directed by Kostas Karagiannis.