Just Before Nightfall
A married man who killed the wife of his best friend during a tryst feels compelled to turn himself in.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Moviedome Plus Amazon Channel, filmfriend, Netzkino | — |
| France | — | Canal VOD, ARTE VOD |
About Just Before Nightfall
Just Before Nightfall is a 1971 French-language drama and crime film directed by Claude Chabrol. The cast is led by Stéphane Audran, Michel Bouquet, François Périer. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings.
Just Before Nightfall was produced by Les Films La Boétie and Cinegai and made in France and Italy. It was released on March 31, 1971.
- Director
- Claude Chabrol
- Writers
- Claude Chabrol
- Release date
- March 31, 1971
- Original language
- French
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Italy
- Production
- Les Films La Boétie, Cinegai
Just Before Nightfall cast & crew
Just Before Nightfall was directed by Claude Chabrol and written by Claude Chabrol.
The cast features Stéphane Audran as Hélène Masson, Michel Bouquet as Charles Masson, François Périer as François Tellier, Henri Attal as Cavanna, Jean Carmet as Jeannot, and Dominique Zardi as Prince.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Pierre Jansen, cinematography is by Jean Rabier, and it was produced by André Génovès and Felice Testa Gay.
Is Just Before Nightfall worth watching?
Just Before Nightfall holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 71 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and crime, Just Before Nightfall is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Just Before Nightfall
Stéphane Audran
Hélène Masson
Michel Bouquet
Charles Masson
François Périer
François Tellier
Henri Attal
Cavanna
Jean Carmet
Jeannot
Dominique Zardi
Prince
Brigitte Périn
Joséphine Masson
Pascal Gillot
Auguste Masson
Anna Douking
Laure Tellier
Daniel Lecourtois
Dorfmann
Paul Temps
Bardin
Roger Lumont
Commissaire Delfeil
Just Before Nightfall — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Just Before Nightfall in United States?
Just Before Nightfall is not currently available on major streaming services in United States. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸What language is Just Before Nightfall in?
Just Before Nightfall is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Just Before Nightfall?
Just Before Nightfall runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is Just Before Nightfall rated?
It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 71 ratings.
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