The Salamander
1971, French. Directed by Alain Tanner.
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Pierre and Paul, journalist and writer respectively, team up to write a screenplay based on the real story of a young woman accused by her uncle of trying to kill him. They decide to meet her.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Salamander
The Salamander isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 October 1971.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 27 October 1971
- Original title
- La Salamandre
- Country
- Switzerland, France
- Written by
- Alain Tanner, John Berger
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The Salamander: quick answers
Is The Salamander worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 44 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Salamander?
The Salamander runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
Does The Salamander have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Salamander. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Salamander parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Salamander yet.
Which OTT platform is The Salamander on?
The Salamander isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 October 1971. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Salamander?
If you liked The Salamander, try Hooking Up, New Biz in the Hood, SubUrbia.
Who directed The Salamander?
The Salamander (1971) was directed by Alain Tanner and stars Bulle Ogier, Jean-Luc Bideau, Jacques Denis.