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An Ordinary Case

Le Fil

Synopsis

Jean Monier is a disillusioned lawyer, appointed to defend Nicolas Milik, a man accused of murdering his wife. While everything points to his guilt, Monier takes up the case, convinced of his innocence.

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An Ordinary Case (Le Fil) | 2025 | @SignatureUK Trailer | Cannes Film Festival DramaOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2025-06-11

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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

French Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

January 22, 2025

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$6.4M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Daniel Auteuil
Screenplay & Story
Steven Mitz, Daniel Auteuil
Original Score
Gaspar Claus
Original Title
Le Fil
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 55m
Production Budget
$6.4M
Production Studios
Zazi Films, Zinc, France 2 Cinéma

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Daniel Auteuil

Screenplay & Story

Steven Mitz, Daniel Auteuil, Jean-Yves Moyart

Original Score & Music

Gaspar Claus

Director of Photography

Jean-François Hensgens

Film Editing

Valérie Deseine

Producers

Hugo Gélin, Nelly Auteuil

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Jean-Yves Moyart

Department Leadership Roster

Hugo Gélin

Hugo Gélin

Producer

Nelly Auteuil

Producer

Valérie Deseine

Valérie Deseine

Editor

Benjamin Ageorges

Visual Effects Supervisor

Daniel Auteuil

Daniel Auteuil

Director

Steven Mitz

Screenplay

Daniel Auteuil

Daniel Auteuil

Screenplay

Jean-François Hensgens

Jean-François Hensgens

Director of Photography

Gaspar Claus

Gaspar Claus

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

France (CNC)TP
United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

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Frequently Asked Questions About An Ordinary Case

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is An Ordinary Case about?

Jean Monier is a disillusioned lawyer, appointed to defend Nicolas Milik, a man accused of murdering his wife. While everything points to his guilt, Monier takes up the case, convinced of his innocence.

Who directed An Ordinary Case?

An Ordinary Case was directed by Daniel Auteuil.

Who stars in An Ordinary Case?

The principal cast of An Ordinary Case includes Daniel Auteuil, Grégory Gadebois, Alice Belaïdi, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Gaëtan Roussel.

When was An Ordinary Case released and how long is it?

An Ordinary Case was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.

Who composed the musical score for An Ordinary Case?

The original motion picture soundtrack for An Ordinary Case was composed by Gaspar Claus.

Is An Ordinary Case based on a book or true story?

An Ordinary Case is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean-Yves Moyart".

What is the age rating and content advisory for An Ordinary Case?

An Ordinary Case holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).