Last Leap (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1970, Last Leap is a drama film directed by Édouard Luntz, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A veteran paratrooper murders his Vietnamese wife when he finds her in the arms of a younger man. Garal (Maurice Ronet) makes it back to the army base where his drunken roommate provides him with an iron clad alibi. Jauran (Michel Bouquet) is the local police inspector who befriends the Garal, unaware he is the killer. The younger man is accused of the woman's murder, but the paratrooper begins to feel overwhelmed with guilt. The longer he remains silent about the crime, the more psychological torture he must endure.
Who’s in it. Last Leap stars Maurice Ronet as Garal, Michel Bouquet as Jauran, Cathy Rosier as Florence and Eric Penet as Peras, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Last Leap has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Last Leap page.
If you liked it. Fans of Last Leap tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Last Leap (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Last Leap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Last Leap worth watching?
- Last Leap holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Last Leap?
- Last Leap stars Maurice Ronet, Michel Bouquet, Cathy Rosier, Eric Penet and Betty Beckers.
- When was Last Leap released?
- Last Leap was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.