The Outsider (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1983, The Outsider is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Jacques Deray, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Philippe Jordan is a policeman prone to advancing the cause of justice by any means necessary. On his agenda is a powerful drug cartel working out of Paris and Marseilles, with a drug lord who is essentially inaccessible -- but not immortal.
Who’s in it. The Outsider stars Jean-Paul Belmondo as Commissaire Philippe Jordan, Henry Silva as Sauveur Meccacci, Carlos Sotto Mayor as Livia Maria Dolores and Pierre Vernier as Inspecteur Rojinski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Outsider has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Outsider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Outsider tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Outsider (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Outsider change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Outsider worth watching?
- The Outsider holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Outsider?
- The Outsider stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Henry Silva, Carlos Sotto Mayor, Pierre Vernier and Maurice Barrier.
- When was The Outsider released?
- The Outsider was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.