A Brutal Game (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 6.2

Released in 1983, A Brutal Game is a drama film directed by Jean-Claude Brisseau, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The film follows a famous scientist who rules over his errant disabled daughter with an iron fist. He's meticulous and tyrannical, while she is impetuous but equally cruel in her own immature way.
Who’s in it. A Brutal Game stars Bruno Cremer as Tessier, Emmanuelle Debever as Isabelle, María Luisa García as Annie and Albert Pigot as Pascal, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Brutal Game has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Brutal Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Brutal Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Brutal Game (1983)?
- In US, A Brutal Game is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and Fandor Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Brutal Game worth watching?
- A Brutal Game holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Brutal Game?
- A Brutal Game stars Bruno Cremer, Emmanuelle Debever, María Luisa García, Albert Pigot and Lucien Plazanet.
- When was A Brutal Game released?
- A Brutal Game was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
