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Léon: The Professional (1994)

“If you want the job done right, hire a professional.”

8.3/10 · 16,480 votes 1h 51m r ActionDramaCrime

#4 of 90 films from 1994 #18 of 2168 in action

Directed by Luc Besson · Written by Luc Besson

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Overview

Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.

Cast

Jean Renoas Léon Montana
Natalie Portmanas Mathilda Lando
Gary Oldmanas Norman Stansfield
Danny Aielloas Old Tony
Peter Appelas Agent Malky
Michael Badaluccoas Mathilda's Father
Ellen Greeneas Mathilda's Mother
Elizabeth Regenas Mathilda's Sister
Carl J. Matusovichas Mathilda's Brother
Eric Challieras Bodyguard Chief
Willi One Bloodas 1st Stansfield Man
Don Creechas 2nd Stansfield man
Keith A. Glascoeas 3rd Stansfield man (Benny)
Jernard Burksas Stansfield man

Facts

Release dateSeptember 14, 1994
Runtime111 min (1h 51m) — about the same as the 1994 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Drama, Crime
Original titleLéon
LanguageFR
Budget$16,000,000
Box office$20,330,788 (1.3× budget)
IMDbtt0110413

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Questions

How long is Léon: The Professional?
Léon: The Professional runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Is Léon: The Professional worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8.3/10 across 16,480 votes, which places it #4 of 90 films released in 1994 in this index (top 97%) and #18 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Léon: The Professional?
Léon: The Professional was directed by Luc Besson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dogman (2023), The Fifth Element (1997), The Big Blue (1988).
Who stars in Léon: The Professional?
Jean Reno as Léon Montana; Natalie Portman as Mathilda Lando; Gary Oldman as Norman Stansfield; Danny Aiello as Old Tony; Peter Appel as Agent Malky; Michael Badalucco as Mathilda's Father.
What is Léon: The Professional rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Léon: The Professional?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11440.

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