Family Business
1986, French. Directed by Costa-Gavras.
A recently released safecracker returns to stealing in order to support his family. After several successful thefts, he decides to induct his teenage son into the 'family business'.
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Costa-GavrasDirector
- Johnny HallydayLouis, the Father
- Fanny ArdantMarianne, the Mother
- Guy MarchandMaximilien Faucon
- Rémi MartinFrançois, the Son
- Caroline PochonMartine, the Daughter
- Fabrice LuchiniShady Lawyer
- Françoise BetteThe Sister in Law
- Ann-Gisel GlassSophie
- Julien BertheauOwner of the Darts House
- Robert DeslandesNeighbor in Brittany
- Rosine CadoretNeighbor on the Balcony
- Philippe De BrugadaEnraged Owner
Details
- Released
- 19 March 1986
- Original title
- Conseil de famille
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Costa-Gavras
- Box office
- $7M
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What Family Business is based on
Family Business is adapted from a novel.
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Family Business: quick answers
Is Family Business worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.9/10 from 40 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Family Business?
Family Business runs 124 minutes (2h 4m).
Does Family Business have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Family Business. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Family Business parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Family Business yet.
Which OTT platform is Family Business on?
Family Business isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 19 March 1986. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Family Business?
If you liked Family Business, try Le Clan, No Deposit, No Return, The Wild Goose Chase.
Who directed Family Business?
Family Business (1986) was directed by Costa-Gavras and stars Johnny Hallyday, Fanny Ardant, Guy Marchand.
What is Family Business based on?
Family Business is adapted from a novel.