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Le Samouraï (1967)
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After carrying out a flawlessly planned hit, Jef Costello, a contract killer with samurai instincts, finds himself caught between a persistent police investigator and a ruthless employer, and not even his armor of fedora and trench coat can protect him.
Cast
Alain Delonas Jef Costello
François Périeras Superintendant
Nathalie Delonas Jane Lagrange
Cathy Rosieras Valérie
Michel Boisrondas Wiener
Catherine Jourdanas Locker Room Girl
Jean-Pierre Posieras Olivier Rey
Robert Favartas Bartender
Jacques Leroyas Walkway Man
Roger Fradetas Inspector #1
Carlo Nellas Inspector #2
Robert Rondoas Inspector #3
André Salguesas Garage Owner
André Thorentas Policeman / Taxi Driver
Facts
| Release date | October 25, 1967 |
| Runtime | 105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 1967 average of 109 min |
| Genres | Thriller, Drama, Crime |
| Language | FR |
| Box office | $215,245 |
| IMDb | tt0062229 |
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Questions
How long is Le Samouraï?
Le Samouraï runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Le Samouraï worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.8/10 across 1,313 votes, which places it #1 of 19 films released in 1967 in this index (top 100%) and #99 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Le Samouraï?
Le Samouraï was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Army of Shadows (1969), Le Cercle Rouge (1970).
Who stars in Le Samouraï?
Alain Delon as Jef Costello; François Périer as Superintendant; Nathalie Delon as Jane Lagrange; Cathy Rosier as Valérie; Michel Boisrond as Wiener; Catherine Jourdan as Locker Room Girl.
What is Le Samouraï rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Le Samouraï?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/73842.