Police Python 357
Synopsis
A methodical police inspector becomes entangled in a web of deceit after a murder investigation reveals disturbing connections to his own department. As suspicion tightens around him, he must outwit both the killer and the system to survive.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-01
Top Cast
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Yves Montand
Inspecteur Marc Ferrot
François Périer
Commissaire Ganay
Simone Signoret
Thérèse Ganay
Stefania Sandrelli
Sylvia Leopardi
Vadim Glowna
L'inspecteur Abadie
Mathieu Carrière
L'inspecteur Ménard
Claude Bertrand
Le marchand de cochons
Gabrielle Doulcet
La vieille aux chats
Alice Reichen
La marchande de stylos
Tony Rödel
L'Alsacien
Georges-Fréderic Dehlen
Le contrôleur de la S.N.C.F
Serge Marquand
Le rouquin
Stéphane Macha
Roger Muni
Malvina Penne
Michel Ruhl
Franz Sauer
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 17, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alain Corneau
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Boulanger
- Original Score
- Georges Delerue
- Original Title
- Police Python 357
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Albina Productions, T.I.T. Filmproduktion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alain Corneau
Daniel Boulanger, Kenneth Fearing, Alain Corneau
Georges Delerue
Étienne Becker
Marie-Josèphe Yoyotte
Albina du Boisrouvray
Department Leadership Roster
Alain Corneau
Director
Daniel Boulanger
Screenplay
Alain Corneau
Writer
Albina du Boisrouvray
Producer
Georges Delerue
Original Music Composer
Étienne Becker
Director of Photography
Marie-Josèphe Yoyotte
Editor
Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Police Python 357
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Police Python 357 about?
A methodical police inspector becomes entangled in a web of deceit after a murder investigation reveals disturbing connections to his own department. As suspicion tightens around him, he must outwit both the killer and the system to survive.
Who directed Police Python 357?
Police Python 357 was directed by Alain Corneau.
Who stars in Police Python 357?
The principal cast of Police Python 357 includes Yves Montand, François Périer, Simone Signoret, Stefania Sandrelli, Vadim Glowna.
When was Police Python 357 released and how long is it?
Police Python 357 was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Police Python 357?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Police Python 357 was composed by Georges Delerue.
Is Police Python 357 based on a book or true story?
Police Python 357 is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Kenneth Fearing".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Police Python 357?
Police Python 357 holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).