La Balance (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1982, La Balance is a thriller and drama film directed by Bob Swaim, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A Paris police detective plays rough with a prostitute and her pimp/lover, whom he wants as an informant.
Who’s in it. La Balance stars Nathalie Baye as Nicole Danet, Philippe Léotard as Dédé Laffont, Richard Berry as Mathias Palouzi and Maurice Ronet as Roger Massina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, La Balance has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch La Balance page.
If you liked it. Fans of La Balance tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch La Balance (1982)?
- In US, La Balance is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is La Balance worth watching?
- La Balance holds an audience score of 6.3 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 La Balance?
- La Balance stars Nathalie Baye, Philippe Léotard, Richard Berry, Maurice Ronet and Bernard Freyd.
- When was La Balance released?
- La Balance was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.