Shoot the Piano Player
Tirez sur le pianiste
Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape. Soon Charlie and Lena, a waitress at the same bar, face trouble when the gangsters arrive, looking for his brothers.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Darkroom.
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Tirez sur le pianiste : bande-annonce
SHOOT THE PIANIST (1960) Theatrical Trailer - Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, Nicole Berger
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Frequently asked questions about Shoot the Piano Player
Where can I watch Shoot the Piano Player in the United States?
Shoot the Piano Player is available to stream on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Darkroom in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Shoot the Piano Player on HBO Max?
Yes. Shoot the Piano Player is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel and Darkroom.
Can I watch Shoot the Piano Player for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Shoot the Piano Player needs a subscription to HBO Max, Criterion Channel, and Darkroom, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player stars Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, Nicole Berger, Michèle Mercier, and Serge Davri. François Truffaut is the director.
How long is Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player runs 1h 25m (85 minutes).
When did Shoot the Piano Player come out?
Shoot the Piano Player was released on November 25, 1960.
Which studio made Shoot the Piano Player?
Shoot the Piano Player was produced by Les Films de la Pléiade in France.
What language is Shoot the Piano Player in?
Shoot the Piano Player is in French, and its original title is Tirez sur le pianiste.
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