Le Samouraï(1967)
“His only friend was his gun!”
Overview
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.
Director
Jean-Pierre Melville
Studio
Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique
Revenue
$215K
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
Carlo Nell
as Inspector #2
Robert Rondo
as Inspector #3
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1967
Runtime
1h 45m
Language
French
Rating
7.8 / 10
Box Office
$215K
Production Companies
Compagnie Industrielle et Commerciale Cinématographique • Fida Cinematografica • Filmel
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Le Samouraï?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Le Samouraï (1967).
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 even his armor of fedora and trench coat can protect him.
Who directed Le Samouraï?▼
Le Samouraï was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville and released in 1967. It is a crime, thriller, drama film.
How long is Le Samouraï?▼
Le Samouraï has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
Who stars in Le Samouraï?▼
The cast of Le Samouraï includes Alain Delon as Jef Costello, François Périer as Superintendant, Nathalie Delon as Jane Lagrange, Cathy Rosier as Valérie, Michel Boisrond as Wiener and more.
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