The Medic (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1979, The Medic is a drama and war film directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is set in a modern war, probably between a European country and a country in the Far East. Behind the battle lines, in a medical unit, a surgeon falls in love with an idealistic nurse after an initially difficult meeting.
Who’s in it. The Medic stars Alain Delon as Jean-Marie Desprès, Véronique Jannot as Harmonie, Bernard Giraudeau as François and Francine Bergé as Marcia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Medic has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Medic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Medic tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Medic (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Medic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Medic worth watching?
- The Medic holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Medic?
- The Medic stars Alain Delon, Véronique Jannot, Bernard Giraudeau, Francine Bergé and Michel Auclair.
- When was The Medic released?
- The Medic was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.