Le Professionnel
The Professional (1981)
“Never leave vengeance to amateurs.”
Synopsis & Story Arc
Official Logline
Josselin Beaumont, a French secret agent, is tasked with assassinating Njala, the president for life of Malawi in Africa. A shift in French policy means that assassinating Njala is no longer an option. But instead of recalling their agent, high-ranking officials deliberately sacrifice Beaumont by handing him over to the Malawian authorities. Arrested, tried, and imprisoned, he nevertheless manages to escape. Back in Paris after a two-year absence, he informs his superiors through Colonel Martin that he will fulfill his contract during Njala’s upcoming official visit to Paris between the 12th and 15th of this month, and that he has a few scores to settle with the D.G.S.E. The question is, should Beaumont be stopped or not?
Complete Cast & Crew Directory
Directing & Screenplay
Cast & Characters
Jean-Paul Belmondo
Jean-Paul Belmondo
as Commandant Joss Beaumont
Robert Hossein
Robert Hossein
as Commissaire Rosen
Elisabeth Margoni
Elisabeth Margoni
as Jeanne Baumont, épouse de Joss
Jean-Louis Richard
Jean-Louis Richard
as Colonel Martin
Jean Desailly
Jean Desailly
as Ministre
Michel Beaune
Michel Beaune
as Capitaine Édouard Valeras
Cyrielle Clair
Cyrielle Clair
as Alice Ancelin
Pierre Vernier
Pierre Vernier
as Salvatore Volfoni
Marie-Christine Descouard
Marie-Christine Descouard
as Doris Frederiksen, pute présidentielle de Mme Claude
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu
as L'inspecteur Farges
Pierre Saintons
Pierre Saintons
as Le président Njala
Gérard Darrieu
Gérard Darrieu
as L'instructeur PicardCinematography & Large-Format Specifications
Cinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 108 min |
Behind The Scenes
Official Licensed Streaming Directory
100% LEGALPure cinematic metadata encyclopedia with zero hosted video. Official verified distribution channels:
No active streaming providers currently indexed for 🇺🇸 United States
This title may currently be in theatrical window, physical media release, or restricted by regional licenses. Switch to another territory:
GlobalCineDB Consensus Score
Weighted consensus from 100K+ verified global cinephile ratings
Community Reviews & Discussions (3)
The pipe organ composition from Hans Zimmer at the edge of Gargantua is monumental. Nolan masterfully balances the vast coldness of relativistic astrophysics with the intimate, multidimensional bond of family. A transcendent achievement of cinema.
"Do not go gentle into that good night, Rage, rage against the dying of the light." Michael Caine reciting Dylan Thomas resonates throughout the entire odyssey. Pure cinematic grandeur.