The Night Clerk (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2011, The Night Clerk is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Raphaël Jacoulot, running about 104 minutes. “Some crimes can't be covered up...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Frédéric, a young man with a troubled past, has the good fortune to be given a job in a luxurious mountain hotel. When one of the hotel guests disappears one evening and is later found dead, Frédéric suspects he may have been killed by the family who employ him. But rather than betray his boss, Jacques Couvreur, he makes up his mind to protect him. Unwittingly, Frédéric puts himself in grave danger...

Who’s in it. The Night Clerk stars Jean-Pierre Bacri as Jacques Couvreur, Vincent Rottiers as Frederic Boissier, Ludmila Mikaël as Michèle Couvreur and Sylvie Testud as Sylvie Poncet, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Night Clerk has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Night Clerk page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Night Clerk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Night Clerk (2011)?
In US, The Night Clerk is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Night Clerk worth watching?
The Night Clerk holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Night Clerk?
The Night Clerk stars Jean-Pierre Bacri, Vincent Rottiers, Ludmila Mikaël, Sylvie Testud and Céline Sallette.
When was The Night Clerk released?
The Night Clerk was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.