

His only friend was his gun!
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.
Le Samouraï (1967) is a crime, thriller, and drama film directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. It stars Alain Delon, François Périer, and Nathalie Delon. The film runs for 1 hour 45 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.8 out of 10 from 1,292 votes.

Alain Delon
Jef Costello

François Périer
Superintendant

Nathalie Delon
Jane Lagrange

Cathy Rosier
Valérie

Michel Boisrond
Wiener

Catherine Jourdan
Locker Room Girl

Jean-Pierre Posier
Olivier Rey

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Le Samouraï stars Alain Delon, François Périer, Nathalie Delon, and Cathy Rosier, and was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
Le Samouraï has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Le Samouraï was released in 1967.
Le Samouraï is a crime, thriller, and drama film.
Le Samouraï holds an average audience score of 7.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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