L'Argent (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1983, L'Argent is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Robert Bresson, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. A forged 500-franc note is passed from person to person and shop to shop, until it falls into the hands of a genuine innocent who doesn't see it for what it is—which will have devastating consequences on his life.

Who’s in it. L'Argent stars Christian Patey as Yvon Targe, Vincent Risterucci as Lucien, Sylvie Van den Elsen as Grey Haired Woman and Michel Briguet as Grey Haired Woman's Father, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, L'Argent has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch L'Argent page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch L'Argent (1983)?
In US, L'Argent is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is L'Argent worth watching?
L'Argent holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in L'Argent?
L'Argent stars Christian Patey, Vincent Risterucci, Sylvie Van den Elsen, Michel Briguet and Caroline Lang.
When was L'Argent released?
L'Argent was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.