The Ruffian (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1983, The Ruffian is a comedy, drama and adventure film directed by José Giovanni, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. The adventures of a group of friends who plan to recover crates full of gold from a fall in Canada.
Who’s in it. The Ruffian stars Lino Ventura as Aldo, Bernard Giraudeau as Gérard, Claudia Cardinale as La 'baronne' and Pierre Frag as John, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Ruffian 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 The Ruffian page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ruffian tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ruffian (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Ruffian change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Ruffian worth watching?
- The Ruffian holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ruffian?
- The Ruffian stars Lino Ventura, Bernard Giraudeau, Claudia Cardinale, Pierre Frag and Béatrix Van Til.