L'Argent
1983, French. Directed by Robert Bresson.
A forged 500-franc note is passed from person to person and shop to shop, until it falls into the hands of a genuine innocent who doesn't see it for what it is—which will have devastating consequences on his life.
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 307 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch L'Argent
L'Argent is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Robert BressonDirector
- Christian PateyYvon Targe
- Vincent RisterucciLucien
- Sylvie Van Den ElsenGrey Haired Woman
- Michel BriguetGrey Haired Woman's Father
- Caroline LangElise
- Marc Ernest FourneauNorbert
- Jean-Frédéric DucasseCast
- Didier BaussyCast
- Jeanne AptekmanYvette
- François-Marie BanierCast
- Alain AptekmanCast
- Gilles DurieuxCast
Details
- Released
- 18 May 1983
- Country
- France, Switzerland
- Written by
- Leo Tolstoy, Robert Bresson
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What L'Argent is based on
L'Argent is based on The Forged Coupon (1912) by Leo Tolstoy.
1912
The Forged Coupon
By Leo Tolstoy
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L'Argent: quick answers
Is L'Argent worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 307 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is L'Argent?
L'Argent runs 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Does L'Argent have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for L'Argent. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
L'Argent parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for L'Argent yet.
Which OTT platform is L'Argent on?
L'Argent is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 4 November 2026.)
What movies are like L'Argent?
If you liked L'Argent, try Pickpocket, The Judge and the Assassin, Au Hasard Balthazar.
Who directed L'Argent?
L'Argent (1983) was directed by Robert Bresson and stars Christian Patey, Vincent Risterucci, Sylvie Van Den Elsen.
What is L'Argent based on?
L'Argent is based on The Forged Coupon (1912) by Leo Tolstoy.