Coup de Torchon
A pathetic police chief, humiliated by everyone around him, suddenly wants a clean slate in life, and resorts to drastic means to achieve it.
Where to watch Coup de Torchon in United States
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max | — |
| United Kingdom | Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Sooner, Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel , SFR Play | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
About Coup de Torchon
Coup de Torchon is a 1981 French-language comedy, crime and drama film directed by Bertrand Tavernier. The cast is led by Philippe Noiret, Isabelle Huppert, Jean-Pierre Marielle. It has a runtime of 2h 8m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max.
Coup de Torchon was produced by Les Films de la Tour, Little Bear, and Films A2 and made in France. It was released on November 4, 1981.
- Director
- Bertrand Tavernier
- Writers
- Jean Aurenche, Bertrand Tavernier
- Release date
- November 4, 1981
- Original language
- French
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France
- Production
- Les Films de la Tour, Little Bear, Films A2
Coup de Torchon cast & crew
Coup de Torchon was directed by Bertrand Tavernier and written by Jean Aurenche and Bertrand Tavernier.
The cast features Philippe Noiret as Lucien Cordier, Isabelle Huppert as Rose Mercaillou, Jean-Pierre Marielle as Le Peron / Le Peron's twin brother, Stéphane Audran as Huguette Cordier, Eddy Mitchell as Nono, and Guy Marchand as Marcel Chavasson.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Philippe Sarde, cinematography is by Pierre-William Glenn, and it was produced by Henri Lassa and Adolphe Viezzi.
Is Coup de Torchon worth watching?
Coup de Torchon holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 217 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 2h 8m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy, crime, and drama, Coup de Torchon is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Coup de Torchon
Philippe Noiret
Lucien Cordier
Isabelle Huppert
Rose Mercaillou
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Le Peron / Le Peron's twin brother
Stéphane Audran
Huguette Cordier
Eddy Mitchell
Nono
Guy Marchand
Marcel Chavasson
Michel Beaune
Vanderbrouck
Jean Champion
Le curé
Victor Garrivier
Marcaillou
Gérard Hernandez
Leonelli
Daniel Langlet
Paulo
Irène Skobline
Anne, l'institutrice
Coup de Torchon — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Coup de Torchon in United States?
Coup de Torchon is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max in United States.
▸Is Coup de Torchon on HBO Max Amazon Channel?
Yes — Coup de Torchon is currently available on HBO Max Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Coup de Torchon in?
Coup de Torchon is originally in French, with audio tracks including English, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Coup de Torchon?
Coup de Torchon runs 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
▸What is Coup de Torchon rated?
It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 217 ratings.
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