Z
1969, French. Directed by Costa-Gavras.
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A prominent politician is murdered during a demonstration. The government and army are trying to suppress the truth, but a tenacious magistrate is determined not to let them get away with it.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Z
Z is streaming on Criterion Channel and HBO Max in India.
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Cast & crew
- Costa-GavrasDirector
- Yves MontandZ
- Irene PapasHélène
- Jean-Louis TrintignantExamining Magistrate
- Jacques PerrinPhotojournalist
- Charles DennerManuel
- François PérierPublic Prosecutor
- Bernard FressonMatt
- Pierre DuxGendarmerie General Missou
- Georges GéretNick
- Magali NoëlNick's Sister
- Marcel BozzuffiVago
- Julien GuiomarGendarmerie Colonel
Details
- Released
- 26 February 1969
- Country
- Algeria, France
- Written by
- Jorge Semprún, Costa-Gavras
- Box office
- $83K
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What Z is based on
Z is based on Z (1966) by Vassilis Vassilikos.
1966
Z
By Vassilis Vassilikos
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Z: quick answers
Is Z worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.8/10 from 665 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Z?
Z runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Z have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Z. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Z parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Z is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Z on?
Z is streaming on Criterion Channel and HBO Max in India. (Checked 3 November 2026.)
What movies are like Z?
If you liked Z, try The Parallax View, 180, Blood Ties.
Who directed Z?
Z (1969) was directed by Costa-Gavras and stars Yves Montand, Irene Papas, Jean-Louis Trintignant.
What is Z based on?
Z is based on Z (1966) by Vassilis Vassilikos.