The Protector (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1974, The Protector is a drama film directed by Roger Hanin, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Recently released from prison, Samuel Malakian, a wealthy architect, investigates the disappearance of his daughter, Nathalie, kidnapped by thugs linked to the underworld. When he discovers that she is a prostitute, he will descend into the slums of the city and rub shoulders with these dangerous environments. For him, from now on, all means will be good in order to find the fruit of his entrails.
Who’s in it. The Protector stars Georges Géret as Samuel Malakian, Bruno Cremer as Commissaire Baudrier, Manuel de Blas as Beppo Manzoni and Roger Hanin as Julien Da Costa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Protector 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 Protector page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Protector tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Protector (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Protector change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Protector worth watching?
- The Protector holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Protector?
- The Protector stars Georges Géret, Bruno Cremer, Manuel de Blas, Roger Hanin and Robert Hossein.
- When was The Protector released?
- The Protector was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.