Breathless
À bout de souffle
A small-time thief steals a car and impulsively murders a motorcycle policeman. Wanted by the authorities, he attempts to persuade a girl to run away to Italy with him.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, Darkroom, and Kanopy.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Breathless
Where can I watch Breathless in the United States?
Breathless is available to stream on HBO Max, Criterion Channel, Darkroom, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Breathless on HBO Max?
Yes. Breathless is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Criterion Channel, Darkroom, and Kanopy.
Can I watch Breathless for free?
Breathless streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Breathless?
Breathless scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Breathless?
Breathless stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean Seberg, Daniel Boulanger, Henri-Jacques Huet, and Roger Hanin. Jean-Luc Godard is the director.
How long is Breathless?
Breathless runs 1h 30m (90 minutes).
When did Breathless come out?
Breathless was released on March 16, 1960.
Which studio made Breathless?
Breathless was produced by Les Films Impéria, Les Productions Georges de Beauregard, and SNC in France.
What was the budget for Breathless?
Breathless was made on a budget of $80,000.
What languages is Breathless in?
Breathless is in French and English, and its original language is French.
What language is Breathless in?
Breathless is in French, and its original title is À bout de souffle.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.