The Party (1968)
Kernel Score: 81% · 832 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Comedy
Released: 1968-04-04
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch The Party
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Hrundi V. Bakshi, an accident-prone actor from India, is accidentally put on the guest list for an upcoming party at the home of a Hollywood film producer. Unfortunately, from the moment he arrives, one thing after another goes wrong with compounding effect.
The Party parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that The Party is a PG classic slapstick comedy about an accident-prone guest wreaking chaos at a Hollywood party.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Slapstick physical comedy with clumsy mishaps; no real harm depicted.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Peter Sellers as Hrundi V. Bakshi
- Claudine Longet as Michele Monet
- Natalia Borisova as Ballerina
- Jean Carson as Nanny
- Marge Champion as Rosalind Dunphy
- Al Checco as Bernard Stein
- Corinne Cole as Janice Kane
- Dick Crockett as Wells
- Frances Davis as Maid
- Danielle De Metz as Stella D'Angelo
The Party FAQ
Is The Party good?
The Party has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 832 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Party?
In the US you can stream The Party on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Party OK for kids?
The Party is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that The Party is a PG classic slapstick comedy about an accident-prone guest wreaking chaos at a Hollywood party.
What movies are like The Party?
If you liked The Party, try A Brighter Tomorrow, Oscar, Dolemite Is My Name and Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond.