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The Last Metro (1980)

“A story of love and conflict.”

7.2/10 · 536 votes 2h 11m pg RomanceDramaWar

#11 of 34 films from 1980 #406 of 1371 in romance

Directed by François Truffaut · Written by François Truffaut, Suzanne Schiffman

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Overview

In occupied Paris, an actress wed to a Jewish theater owner must keep him hidden from the Nazis while doing both of their jobs.

Cast

Catherine Deneuveas Marion Steiner
Gérard Depardieuas Bernard Granger
Jean Poiretas Jean-Loup Cottins
Andréa Ferréolas Arlette Guillaume
Paulette Dubostas Germaine Fabre
Jean-Louis Richardas Daxiat
Maurice Rischas Raymond Boursier
Heinz Bennentas Lucas Steiner
Sabine Haudepinas Nadine Marsac
Christian Baltaussas Lucien Ballard, Bernard's Replacement
Pierre Belotas Desk Clerk
René Dupréas Valentin
Aude Loringas Mrs Wiedekind
Alain Tasmaas Marc, Jean-Loup's Assistant

Facts

Release dateSeptember 17, 1980
Runtime131 min (2h 11m) — longer as the 1980 average of 113 min
GenresRomance, Drama, War
Original titleLe Dernier Métro
LanguageFR
IMDbtt0080610

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Questions

How long is The Last Metro?
The Last Metro runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Is The Last Metro worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 536 votes, which places it #11 of 34 films released in 1980 in this index (top 71%) and #406 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed The Last Metro?
The Last Metro was directed by François Truffaut. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The 400 Blows (1959), Day for Night (1973), Jules and Jim (1962).
Who stars in The Last Metro?
Catherine Deneuve as Marion Steiner; Gérard Depardieu as Bernard Granger; Jean Poiret as Jean-Loup Cottins; Andréa Ferréol as Arlette Guillaume; Paulette Dubost as Germaine Fabre; Jean-Louis Richard as Daxiat.
What is The Last Metro rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Last Metro?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/61795.

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