Trans-Europ-Express (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1967, Trans-Europ-Express is a thriller film directed by Alain Robbe-Grillet, running about 90 minutes. “Erotic? Serious? Funny? Tragic? A Mystery? A Game? A Paradox? Neo-Sadism? A Detective Story?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A film director, Jean, his producer, Marc, and his assistant, Lucette, board the Trans-Europ-Express in Paris bound for Antwerp. Once in their compartment it occurs to them that the drama of life aboard the train presents possibilities for a film, and they begin to write a script about dope smuggling. Subsequently, they see actor Jean-Louis Trintignant walking through the station. As seen through the eyes of Jean, Marc, and Lucette, Trintignant becomes Elias, the chief character in the script. Elias is going to Antwerp to pick up a suitcase of cocaine for delivery to an international organization based in Paris.
Who’s in it. Trans-Europ-Express stars Jean-Louis Trintignant as Elias, Marie-France Pisier as Eva, Christian Barbier as Lorentz and Charles Millot as Franck, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Trans-Europ-Express has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trans-Europ-Express page.
If you liked it. Fans of Trans-Europ-Express tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Trans-Europ-Express (1967)?
- In GB, Trans-Europ-Express is available to stream on BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Trans-Europ-Express worth watching?
- Trans-Europ-Express holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Trans-Europ-Express?
- Trans-Europ-Express stars Jean-Louis Trintignant, Marie-France Pisier, Christian Barbier, Charles Millot and Daniel Emilfork.
- When was Trans-Europ-Express released?
- Trans-Europ-Express was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.