State Reasons (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1978, State Reasons is a thriller and drama film directed by André Cayatte, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Professor Marrot obtains the secret documents containing evidence of the illegal weapon transactions between the French government, in the face of its high official Leroi, and two African countries. Before making the public statement, Marrot finds himself under surveillance. In the critical circumstances his Italian friend and partner Angela takes action and the game continues.
Who’s in it. State Reasons stars Jean Yanne as Jean-Philippe Leroi, Monica Vitti as Angela Ravelli, Michel Bouquet as Francis Jobin and François Périer as Prof. Marrot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, State Reasons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch State Reasons page.
If you liked it. Fans of State Reasons tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch State Reasons (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for State Reasons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is State Reasons worth watching?
- State Reasons holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in State Reasons?
- State Reasons stars Jean Yanne, Monica Vitti, Michel Bouquet, François Périer and Jean-Claude Bouillon.