The Judge and the Assassin
Le Juge et l'Assassin
France, 1893. Joseph Bouvier attempts to shoot his love who refused to marry him and to commit suicide. Upon release from the filthy asylum where he was placed, with bullets still remaining in his head, he wanders the country roads and rapes and murders many teenagers over years. The judge Rousseau captures him, but to serve his ambition seeks to avoid that Bouvier is simply declared insane.
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Where can I watch The Judge and the Assassin in the United States?
The Judge and the Assassin is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
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What are the ratings for The Judge and the Assassin?
The Judge and the Assassin scores 6.8 on The Movie Database and 7.3 on IMDb.
Who stars in The Judge and the Assassin?
The Judge and the Assassin stars Philippe Noiret, Michel Galabru, Isabelle Huppert, Jean-Claude Brialy, and Renée Faure. Bertrand Tavernier is the director.
How long is The Judge and the Assassin?
The Judge and the Assassin runs 2h 8m (128 minutes).
When did The Judge and the Assassin come out?
The Judge and the Assassin was released on March 10, 1976.
Which studio made The Judge and the Assassin?
The Judge and the Assassin was produced by Lira Films, FR3, and SFP in France.
What languages is The Judge and the Assassin in?
The Judge and the Assassin is in French and Vietnamese, and its original language is French.
What language is The Judge and the Assassin in?
The Judge and the Assassin is in French, and its original title is Le Juge et l'Assassin.
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