

Out of It
The lawyer is visiting a prison to meet with a violent criminal who has been condemned to death. During the visit, things turn bad, there is a riot where prisoners escape and the criminal escapes taking a lawyer hostage.
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Where is Out of It streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video |
| Germany | ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel , Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD |
About Out of It
Out of It is a 1978 French-language comedy film directed by Gérard Oury. The cast is led by Pierre Richard, Victor Lanoux, Raymond Bussières. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.
Out of It was produced by Gaumont International and made in France. It was released on October 10, 1978.
- Director
- Gérard Oury
- Writers
- Danièle Thompson, Gérard Oury
- Release date
- October 10, 1978
- Original language
- French
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France
- Production
- Gaumont International
Out of It cast & crew
Out of It was directed by Gérard Oury and written by Danièle Thompson and Gérard Oury.
The cast features Pierre Richard as Jean-Philippe Duroc, Gaulard's Lawyer, Victor Lanoux as Martial Gaulard, Condemned to Death, Raymond Bussières as Marcel Duroc, Father of Jean-Philippe, Jean-Pierre Darras as Jacques Panivaux, Owner of the Rolls-Royce, Yvonne Gaudeau as Gisèle Panivaux, and Jacques Frantz as Commissioner Rocheteau, Tracking Gaulard on the Run.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Philippe-Gérard, cinematography is by Edmond Séchan, and it was produced by Alain Poiré.
Is Out of It worth watching?
Out of It holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 92 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, Out of It is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Out of It

Pierre Richard
Jean-Philippe Duroc, Gaulard's Lawyer

Victor Lanoux
Martial Gaulard, Condemned to Death

Raymond Bussières
Marcel Duroc, Father of Jean-Philippe

Jean-Pierre Darras
Jacques Panivaux, Owner of the Rolls-Royce

Yvonne Gaudeau
Gisèle Panivaux

Jacques Frantz
Commissioner Rocheteau, Tracking Gaulard on the Run

Claude Brosset
Gustave, from the Tomato Coulis Farm

Blanche Ravalec
Marguerite, Wife of Gustave

Claire Richard
Blanche Hirondelle, Martial Gaulard's Lover

Bernard Granger
Jeannot, Marguerite's Lover

Erick Desmarestz
Investigating Judge at the Palais De Justice in Paris

Katia Tchenko
Prostitute, Rue Du Garet in Lyon
Out of It — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Out of It in United States?
Out of It is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
▸What language is Out of It in?
Out of It is originally in French, with audio tracks including English, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Out of It?
Out of It runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is Out of It rated?
It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 92 ratings.











