The Chameleon
2010, English. Directed by Jean-Paul Salomé.
How do you know what you see is really the truth?
The amazing true story of Frédéric Bourdin, who after having plundered all the centers for runaway minors and deliquents in Europe, even thought he has come of age, now passes himself off as Nicholas Barclay, a 13-year-old American who had vanished three years ago. To his astonishment, Nicholas's family welcomes him like their son, leaving Interpol and the FBI aghast. It is the beginning of a race against time for the investigators, family and Bourdin. But who is manipulating whom? And who is Frederic Bourdin in reality?
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Chameleon
The Chameleon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Jean-Paul SaloméDirector
- Marc-André GrondinFrédéric Fortin / Nicholas Mark Randall
- Famke JanssenJennifer Johnson
- Nick StahlBrendan Kerrigan
- Emilie de RavinKathy Jansen
- Ellen BarkinKimberly Miller
- Tory KittlesDan Price
- Brian GeraghtyBrian Jansen
- Silas CooperBR. PD Cop B
- Estelle LarrivazFemale Gendarme
- James DuMontB.R.P.D. Cop A
- Katy PeppardGirl #2 (as Katy Preppard)
- Lance E. NicholsFBI Doctor (as Lance Nichols)
Details
- Released
- 23 June 2010
- Country
- Canada, France, United States of America
- Written by
- Jean-Paul Salomé, Natalie Carter
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The Chameleon: quick answers
Is The Chameleon worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.3/10 from 48 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Chameleon?
The Chameleon runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The Chameleon have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Chameleon. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Chameleon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Chameleon is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Chameleon on?
The Chameleon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Chameleon?
If you liked The Chameleon, try The Client, The Ritual Killer, Suburbicon.
Who directed The Chameleon?
The Chameleon (2010) was directed by Jean-Paul Salomé and stars Marc-André Grondin, Famke Janssen, Nick Stahl.