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The Assassination

The Assassination

Darien, a left-wing police informant, is forced to lure his old friend Sadiel to Paris, allegedly to film a television special about the Third World. Sadiel, the exiled leader of a North African state, is being hunted by the ruthless Colonel Kassar, who will stop at nothing to capture his political rival. Once Sadiel arrives in Paris, Darien realizes he has been manipulated. He tries to turn back the clock, not realizing what or who he’s truly dealing with.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: L'Attentat
  • Genres: Thriller, History
  • Release Date: 1972-10-04
  • Runtime: 123 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (38 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: AMLF, Corona Filmproduktion, Sancrosiap, Terzafilm Produzione Indipendente, Transinter Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4161
  • Languages: French

Cast & Crew

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Jean-Louis Trintignant

as François Darien

Michel Piccoli

Michel Piccoli

as Colonel Kassar

Jean Seberg

Jean Seberg

as Edith Lemoine

Gian Maria Volonté

Gian Maria Volonté

as Sadiel

Michel Bouquet

Michel Bouquet

as Lempereur

Bruno Cremer

Bruno Cremer

as Michel Vigneau

Daniel Ivernel

Daniel Ivernel

as Antoine Acconetti

Philippe Noiret

Philippe Noiret

as Pierre Garcin

François Périer

François Périer

as René Rouannat

Roy Scheider

Roy Scheider

as Michael Howard

Gallery

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Keywords

political assassination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Assassination?

The Assassination is a Thriller, History movie directed by . It was released on 1972-10-04.

Who are the main actors in The Assassination?

The main cast includes Jean-Louis Trintignant, Michel Piccoli, Jean Seberg, Gian Maria Volonté, Michel Bouquet, .

Where can I watch The Assassination online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Assassination is available.

Is The Assassination based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Assassination?

The Assassination has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 38 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Assassination?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Assassination?

The soundtrack was composed by AMLF, Corona Filmproduktion, Sancrosiap, Terzafilm Produzione Indipendente, Transinter Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Assassination filmed?

The Assassination was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Assassination?

The total runtime of The Assassination is 123 minutes.

Is The Assassination suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Assassination?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Assassination.

Does The Assassination have a post-credit scene?

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