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Purple Noon (1960)

“Passion at ten. Envy at eleven. Murder at noon.”

7.6/10 · 628 votes 1h 58m pg-13 ThrillerDramaCrime

#9 of 17 films from 1960 #176 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by René Clément · Written by Patricia Highsmith, René Clément, Paul Gégauff

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Overview

Tom Ripley is a talented mimic, moocher, forger and all-around criminal improviser; but there's more to Tom Ripley than even he can guess.

Cast

Alain Delonas Tom Ripley
Marie Laforêtas Marge Duval
Maurice Ronetas Philippe Greenleaf
Erno Crisaas Inspector Riccordi
Frank Latimoreas O'Brien
Billy Kearnsas Freddy Miles
Ave Ninchias Signora Gianna
Viviane Chantelas Belgian Lady
Nerio Bernardias Agency Director
Barbel Fangeras Mr. Greenleaf
Lily Romanellias Housekeeper
Nicolas Petrovas Boris
Elvira Popescuas Mrs. Popova
Romy Schneideras Freddy's Companion (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateMarch 10, 1960
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) — about the same as the 1960 average of 120 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Crime
Original titlePlein soleil
LanguageFR
IMDbtt0054189

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Questions

How long is Purple Noon?
Purple Noon runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Purple Noon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.6/10 across 628 votes, which places it #9 of 17 films released in 1960 in this index (top 53%) and #176 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Purple Noon?
Purple Noon was directed by René Clément.
Who stars in Purple Noon?
Alain Delon as Tom Ripley; Marie Laforêt as Marge Duval; Maurice Ronet as Philippe Greenleaf; Erno Crisa as Inspector Riccordi; Frank Latimore as O'Brien; Billy Kearns as Freddy Miles.
What is Purple Noon rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Purple Noon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/68723.

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