Mesrine (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1984, Mesrine is a drama and crime film directed by André Génovès, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Mesrine was the foremost criminal, public enemy N°1, the man most wanted in France, guilty of 39 crimes. "In the police or newspaper history, Mesrine broke all records". The film begins with his escape on May 8, 1978. Mesrine was the only man to escape from La Santé. We relive the 18 crazy months he spent on the run and his encounter with Sylvia who is swept into his madness.
Who’s in it. Mesrine stars Nicolas Silberg as Jacques Mesrine, Caroline Aguilar as Sylvia Jeanjacquot, Gérard Sergue as François Besse and Michel Poujade as Le commissaire Broussard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Mesrine has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mesrine page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mesrine tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mesrine (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mesrine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mesrine worth watching?
- Mesrine holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mesrine?
- Mesrine stars Nicolas Silberg, Caroline Aguilar, Gérard Sergue, Michel Poujade and Michel Beaune.