

The Loner
1987, French. Directed by Jacques Deray.
In Paris , Commissioner Stan Jalard and Inspector Simon Lecache plan to quit the police to go and enjoy a more peaceful life in the West Indies. In a nightclub, during a routine visit, they spot Schneider, a dreaded gangster and public enemy. At the time of his arrest, Simon is killed at close range by the criminal. Stan then decides to stay in the police to avenge Simon. Being the godfather of Christian, Simon's son, who sometimes lives in a boarding school, sometimes at home, he takes charge of his education. Two years later, Stan has been promoted, and he's told that Schneider had resurfaced in the capital. A long hunt begins.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Jacques DerayDirector
- Jean-Paul BelmondoStan Jalard
- Jean-Pierre MaloCharly Schneider
- Michel BeaunePezzoli
- Pierre VernierMaurin
- François DunoyerRené Pignon
- Franck AyasChristian Lecache
- Laurent GendronRocky
- Jean-Claude de GorosBoulin
- Guy PannequinSumatra
- Patricia MalvoisinBrigitte
- Alan CoriolanSerge
- Valérie SteffenCarole
Details
- Released
- 18 March 1987
- Original title
- Le Solitaire
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Jacques Deray, Simon Michaël
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The Loner: quick answers
Is The Loner worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Loner?
The Loner runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Loner have a post-credits scene?
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The Loner parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Loner on?
The Loner isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 18 March 1987. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Loner?
If you liked The Loner, try Hellhound, Trap House, Misdirection.
Who directed The Loner?
The Loner (1987) was directed by Jacques Deray and stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Jean-Pierre Malo, Michel Beaune.