The Sword and the Balance
A queer, a gigolo, and a brute—who could’ve done it?
Three young men are suspected of kidnapping and murdering a little boy. Most likely, two of them are really involved, but one is not. All of their pasts are questionable, riddled with violence and controversy. Neither the police nor the court can decide how to solve that puzzle.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Le glaive et la balance
- Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
- Release Date: 1963-02-01
- Runtime: 131 minutes
- Rating: 7.6/10 (12 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Ultra Film, Trianon Films, Sicilia Cinematografica, Gaumont International
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2378
- Languages: French
Cast & Crew
Anthony Perkins
as Johnny Parsons
Jean-Claude Brialy
as Jean-Philippe
Renato Salvatori
as François
Pascale Audret
as Agnès
Jacques Monod
as Commissioner
Marie Déa
as Madame Winter
Horst Janson
as Mac
Fernand Ledoux
as Prosecutor
Maurice Chevit
as Inspector
Anne Tonietti
as Christine Prévost
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sword and the Balance?▼
The Sword and the Balance is a Drama, Crime, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1963-02-01.
Who are the main actors in The Sword and the Balance?▼
The main cast includes Anthony Perkins, Jean-Claude Brialy, Renato Salvatori, Pascale Audret, Jacques Monod, .
Where can I watch The Sword and the Balance online?▼
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Is The Sword and the Balance based on a true story?▼
A queer, a gigolo, and a brute—who could’ve done it?
What is the IMDb rating of The Sword and the Balance?▼
The Sword and the Balance has an IMDb rating of 7.6/10 based on 12 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Sword and the Balance?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Sword and the Balance?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Ultra Film, Trianon Films, Sicilia Cinematografica, Gaumont International. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Sword and the Balance filmed?▼
The Sword and the Balance was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Sword and the Balance?▼
The total runtime of The Sword and the Balance is 131 minutes.
Is The Sword and the Balance suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Sword and the Balance?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Sword and the Balance.
Does The Sword and the Balance have a post-credit scene?▼
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