A Loser (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1972, A Loser is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Gilles Grangier, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Granier, a former accountant imprisoned for financial embezzlement, is released from prison and decides to help his cellmate to escape...

Who’s in it. A Loser stars Claude Brasseur as Granier, Marthe Keller as Catherine, André Weber as Marcel Laigneau, dit 'Marcel le dingue' and Paul Le Person as Le commissaire Taillant, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, A Loser 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 A Loser page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Loser tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Loser (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Loser change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Loser worth watching?
A Loser holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Loser?
A Loser stars Claude Brasseur, Marthe Keller, André Weber, Paul Le Person and Jacques Balutin.
When was A Loser released?
A Loser was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.