Breathless movie poster

Breathless

"He's the last man on earth any woman needs...and every woman wants."

May 13, 1983 1h 40m 5.8/10 (257 votes)

Originally released in 1983. Breathless is a romance/drama film. directed by Jim McBride.

Starring Richard Gere, Valérie Kaprisky, and Art Metrano

Synopsis

Jesse, a small-time criminal, high-tails it to Los Angeles to rendezvous with a French exchange student. Stealing a car and accidentally killing a highway patrolman, he becomes the most wanted fugitive in L.A.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 13, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (257 votes)
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Budget $7.5M Production budget
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Box Office $19.9M 2.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,500,000
Revenue
$19,910,002

Production Companies

  • Orion Pictures
  • Breathless Associates
  • Miko Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breathless about?

Jesse, a small-time criminal, high-tails it to Los Angeles to rendezvous with a French exchange student. Stealing a car and accidentally killing a highway patrolman, he becomes the most wanted fugi...

Who directed Breathless?

Breathless was directed by Jim McBride.

How long is Breathless?

Breathless has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was Breathless released?

Breathless was released on May 13, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Breathless?

The main cast of Breathless includes Richard Gere, Valérie Kaprisky, Art Metrano, John P. Ryan, William Tepper.

Is Breathless worth watching?

Breathless has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 257 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.