36th Precinct (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 2004, 36th Precinct is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Olivier Marchal, running about 111 minutes.

What it’s about. The film takes place in Paris, where two cops are competing for the vacant seat of chief of police while in the middle of a search for a gang of violent thieves. The movie is directed by Olivier Marchal, a former police officer who spent 12 years with the French police before creating this story, which is taken in part from real facts that happened during the 1980s in France.

Who’s in it. 36th Precinct stars Daniel Auteuil as Leo Vrinks, Gérard Depardieu as Denis Klein, André Dussollier as Robert Mancini and Roschdy Zem as Hugo Silien, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, 36th Precinct has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on France Channel Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 36th Precinct page.

If you liked it. Fans of 36th Precinct tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 36th Precinct (2004)?
In US, 36th Precinct is available to stream on France Channel Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is 36th Precinct worth watching?
36th Precinct holds an audience score of 6.8 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 36th Precinct?
36th Precinct stars Daniel Auteuil, Gérard Depardieu, André Dussollier, Roschdy Zem and Valeria Golino.
When was 36th Precinct released?
36th Precinct was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.