Le Samouraï
"His only friend was his gun!"
Originally released in 1967. Le Samouraï is a crime/thriller film. directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
Starring Alain Delon, François Périer, and Nathalie Delon
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 25, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (1,201 votes)
Box Office
$215.2K
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Top Cast
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
Jean-Pierre Posier
as Olivier Rey
Robert Favart
as Bartender
Jacques Leroy
as Walkway Man
Roger Fradet
as Inspector #1
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $215,245
Production Companies
- Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique
- Fida Cinematografica
- Filmel
- TC Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Le Samouraï about?
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 e...
Who directed Le Samouraï?
Le Samouraï was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
How long is Le Samouraï?
Le Samouraï has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Le Samouraï released?
Le Samouraï was released on October 25, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Le Samouraï?
The main cast of Le Samouraï includes Alain Delon, François Périer, Nathalie Delon, Cathy Rosier, Michel Boisrond.
Is Le Samouraï worth watching?
Le Samouraï has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 1,201 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.