Mr. Klein (1976): cast, story & where to watch

1976 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1976, Mr. Klein is a thriller, drama, crime and war film directed by Joseph Losey, running about 123 minutes. “In the nightmare labyrinth of the Occupation” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Paris, France, 1942, during the Nazi occupation. Robert Klein, a successful art dealer who benefits from the misfortunes of those who are ruthlessly persecuted, discovers by chance that there is another Robert Klein, apparently a Jewish man; someone with whom he could be mistakenly identified, something dangerous in such harsh times.

Who’s in it. Mr. Klein stars Alain Delon as Mr. Robert Klein, Jeanne Moreau as Florence Klein, Francine Bergé as Nicole and Juliet Berto as Jeanine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Mr. Klein has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mr. Klein page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mr. Klein (1976)?
In US, Mr. Klein is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Mr. Klein worth watching?
Mr. Klein holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Mr. Klein?
Mr. Klein stars Alain Delon, Jeanne Moreau, Francine Bergé, Juliet Berto and Jean Bouise.
When was Mr. Klein released?
Mr. Klein was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.