The Inquisitor
1981, French. Directed by Claude Miller.
Martinaud, an illustrious notary suspected of being the perpetrator of two horrendous crimes, voluntarily agrees to be questioned by Inspector Gallien on New Year's Eve. What initially is a routine procedure, soon becomes a harsh interrogation that seems to confirm the initial suspicions.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Where to watch The Inquisitor
The Inquisitor is streaming on France Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Claude MillerDirector
- Lino VenturaInspector Antoine Gallien
- Michel SerraultJérôme Martinaud
- Romy SchneiderChantal Martinaud
- Guy MarchandInspector Marcel Belmont
- Pierre MaguelonInspector Adami
- Serge MalikMechanic
- Jean-Claude PenchenatDivisional Commissioner
- Yves PignotPoliceman in Raincoat
- Mathieu SchiffmanSon Berthier
- Didier AgostiniYoung policeman
- Patrick DepeyrratPoliceman
- Annie MillerCamille's mother
Details
- Released
- 23 September 1981
- Original title
- Garde à vue
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Claude Miller, Jean Herman
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What The Inquisitor is based on
The Inquisitor is adapted from a novel.
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The Inquisitor: quick answers
Is The Inquisitor worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 297 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Inquisitor?
The Inquisitor runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does The Inquisitor have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Inquisitor. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Inquisitor parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Inquisitor on?
The Inquisitor is streaming on France Channel in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Inquisitor?
If you liked The Inquisitor, try Stillwater, Le Samouraï, Three Days and a Life.
Who directed The Inquisitor?
The Inquisitor (1981) was directed by Claude Miller and stars Lino Ventura, Michel Serrault, Romy Schneider.
What is The Inquisitor based on?
The Inquisitor is adapted from a novel.