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Countdown to Vengeance (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1970, Countdown to Vengeance is a crime film directed by Roger Pigaut, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. 10 years ago, François Nolan and his brother have been betrayed by one of their accomplices after a break-in. During the fight with the police, Francois's brother was killed, and a cop disfigured by François. Now, François is back for revenge. As nobody knows who the traitor was, the former accomplices lose their head. The disfigured cop is also waiting for the right moment to take his revenge on François.

Who’s in it. Countdown to Vengeance stars Serge Reggiani as François Nolan, Michel Bouquet as Valberg, Marcel Bozzuffi as Zampa and Jeanne Moreau as Madeleine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Countdown to Vengeance 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 Countdown to Vengeance page.

If you liked it. Fans of Countdown to Vengeance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Countdown to Vengeance (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Countdown to Vengeance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Countdown to Vengeance worth watching?
Countdown to Vengeance holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Countdown to Vengeance?
Countdown to Vengeance stars Serge Reggiani, Michel Bouquet, Marcel Bozzuffi, Jeanne Moreau and Simone Signoret.
When was Countdown to Vengeance released?
Countdown to Vengeance was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.