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Mesrine: Killer Instinct

2008·Movie·R·113 min·7.3(1,002)

Jacques Mesrine, a loyal son and dedicated soldier, is back home and living with his parents after serving in the Algerian War. Soon he is seduced by the neon glamour of sixties Paris and the easy money it presents. Mentored by Guido, Mesrine turns his back on middle class law-abiding and soon moves swiftly up the criminal ladder.

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United StatesfuboTV, YouTube TV, Philo, Fandor Amazon ChannelAmazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube
CanadaGoogle Play Movies, YouTube, Apple TV Store
AustraliaFetch TV
FranceMolotov TV, M6+
BrazilAdrenalina Pura Amazon channel, Adrenalina Pura Apple TV channel

About Mesrine: Killer Instinct

Mesrine: Killer Instinct is a 2008 French-language drama, action and thriller film directed by Jean-François Richet. The cast is led by Vincent Cassel, Cécile de France, Gérard Depardieu. It has a runtime of 1h 53m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 1000 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, YouTube TV, Philo.

Mesrine: Killer Instinct was produced by Remstar Productions, Novo RPI, and La Petite Reine and made in Canada and France. It was released on October 22, 2008, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $25 million, it went on to gross $15 million worldwide.

Director
Jean-François Richet
Writers
Abdel Raouf Dafri
Release date
October 22, 2008
Original language
French
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Canada, France
Budget
$25 million
Box office
$15 million
Production
Remstar Productions, Novo RPI, La Petite Reine
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Mesrine: Killer Instinct cast & crew

Mesrine: Killer Instinct was directed by Jean-François Richet and written by Abdel Raouf Dafri.

The cast features Vincent Cassel as Jacques Mesrine, Cécile de France as Jeanne Schneider, Gérard Depardieu as Guido, Gilles Lellouche as Paul, Roy Dupuis as Jean-Paul Mercier, and Florence Thomassin as Sarah.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marco Beltrami, cinematography is by Robert Gantz, and it was produced by Thomas Langmann and Daniel Delume.

Is Mesrine: Killer Instinct worth watching?

Mesrine: Killer Instinct holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 1,002 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 53m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, action, and thriller, Mesrine: Killer Instinct is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Mesrine: Killer Instinct

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Cast of Mesrine: Killer Instinct

Vincent Cassel

Vincent Cassel

Jacques Mesrine

Cécile de France

Cécile de France

Jeanne Schneider

Gérard Depardieu

Gérard Depardieu

Guido

Gilles Lellouche

Gilles Lellouche

Paul

Roy Dupuis

Roy Dupuis

Jean-Paul Mercier

Florence Thomassin

Florence Thomassin

Sarah

Elena Anaya

Elena Anaya

Sofia

Ludivine Sagnier

Ludivine Sagnier

Sylvie Jeanjacquot

Michel Duchaussoy

Michel Duchaussoy

Pierre André Mesrine, father of Jacques

Myriam Boyer

Myriam Boyer

Mesrine's mother

Abdelhafid Metalsi

Abdelhafid Metalsi

Ahmed, pimp

Gilbert Sicotte

Gilbert Sicotte

Billionaire

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Mesrine: Killer Instinct — FAQs

Where can I watch Mesrine: Killer Instinct in United States?

Mesrine: Killer Instinct is streaming on fuboTV, YouTube TV, Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel in United States.

Is Mesrine: Killer Instinct on fuboTV?

Yes — Mesrine: Killer Instinct is currently available on fuboTV in United States.

What language is Mesrine: Killer Instinct in?

Mesrine: Killer Instinct is originally in French, with audio tracks including French, Spanish, Arabic, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Mesrine: Killer Instinct?

Mesrine: Killer Instinct runs 1 hours 53 minutes (113 minutes).

What is Mesrine: Killer Instinct rated?

Mesrine: Killer Instinct is rated R. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 1,002 ratings.

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