L'Argent
A forged 500-franc note is passed from person to person and shop to shop, until it falls into the hands of a genuine innocent who doesn't see it for what it is—which will have devastating consequences on his life.
Where to watch L'Argent in United States
Can I watch L'Argent in United States? Yes — you can stream L'Argent in United States on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open L'Argent there. Availability last verified on July 31, 2026.
Where is L'Argent streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | — | LaCinetek |
| France | — | Canal VOD, Orange VOD, LaCinetek |
| Brazil | Looke, NetMovies | — |
About L'Argent
L'Argent is a 1983 French-language crime and drama film directed by Robert Bresson. The cast is led by Christian Patey, Vincent Risterucci, Sylvie Van Den Elsen. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
L'Argent was produced by Marion's Films, Eôs Films, and France 3 Cinéma and made in France and Switzerland. It was released on May 18, 1983.
- Director
- Robert Bresson
- Writers
- Leo Tolstoy, Robert Bresson
- Release date
- May 18, 1983
- Original language
- French
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France, Switzerland
- Production
- Marion's Films, Eôs Films, France 3 Cinéma
L'Argent cast & crew
L'Argent was directed by Robert Bresson and written by Leo Tolstoy and Robert Bresson.
The cast features Christian Patey as Yvon Targe, Vincent Risterucci as Lucien, Sylvie Van Den Elsen as Grey Haired Woman, Michel Briguet as Grey Haired Woman's Father, Caroline Lang as Elise, and Marc Ernest Fourneau as Norbert.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Emmanuel Machuel and it was produced by Antoine Gannagé and Jean-Marc Henchoz.
Is L'Argent worth watching?
L'Argent holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 291 ratings, a solidly received crime films.
At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and drama, L'Argent is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch L'Argent
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Cast of L'Argent
Christian Patey
Yvon Targe
Vincent Risterucci
Lucien
Sylvie Van Den Elsen
Grey Haired Woman
Michel Briguet
Grey Haired Woman's Father
Caroline Lang
Elise
Marc Ernest Fourneau
Norbert
Jean-Frédéric Ducasse
Didier Baussy
Jeanne Aptekman
Yvette
François-Marie Banier
Alain Aptekman
Gilles Durieux
L'Argent — FAQs
▸Where can I watch L'Argent in United States?
L'Argent is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is L'Argent on Criterion Channel?
Yes — L'Argent is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is L'Argent in?
L'Argent is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is L'Argent?
L'Argent runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).
▸What is L'Argent rated?
It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 291 ratings.
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