Let Sleeping Cops Lie
Ne réveillez pas un flic qui dort
Synopsis
This movie tells the story of a group of right-wing cops have begun carrying out vigilante justice on drug dealers and other crime figures who might otherwise avoid punishment for their misdeeds. Police inspector Grindel (Delon) understands the feelings which motivate these deeds, but does not approve. However, he is not highly motivated to put an end to the group's activities until it begins to appear that they are now attacking fellow cops for reasons which are unclear.
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Alain Delon
Commissaire Eugène Grindel
Michel Serrault
Roger Scatti
Patrick Catalifo
Peret
Xavier Deluc
Lutz
Raymond Gérôme
chief inspector Cazalières
Bernard Farcy
Inspector Latueva
Serge Reggiani
Le Stéphanois
Bruno Raffaelli
Zelleim
Consuelo De Haviland
Corinne
Daniel Milgram
Danet
Dominique Valera
Valles
Féodor Atkine
Staedler
Nar Sene
Touré
Stéphane Jobert
Spiero
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 14, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José Pinheiro
- Screenplay & Story
- Alain Delon, José Pinheiro, Frédéric Fajardie
- Original Score
- Pino Marchese
- Original Title
- Ne réveillez pas un flic qui dort
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Leda Productions, Cité Films, TF1 Films Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José Pinheiro
Alain Delon, José Pinheiro, Frédéric Fajardie
Pino Marchese
Raoul Coutard
Jennifer Augé
Daniel Champagnon, Alain Delon
Department Leadership Roster
José Pinheiro
Director
Daniel Champagnon
Producer
Alain Delon
Producer
Raoul Coutard
Director of Photography
Jennifer Augé
Editor
Théobald Meurisse
Production Design
Marie-Françoise Perochon
Costume Design
Pino Marchese
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Let Sleeping Cops Lie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Let Sleeping Cops Lie about?
This movie tells the story of a group of right-wing cops have begun carrying out vigilante justice on drug dealers and other crime figures who might otherwise avoid punishment for their misdeeds. Police inspector Grindel (Delon) understands the feelings which motivate these deeds, but does not approve. However, he is not highly motivated to put an end to the group's activities until it begins to appear that they are now attacking fellow cops for reasons which are unclear.
Who directed Let Sleeping Cops Lie?
Let Sleeping Cops Lie was directed by José Pinheiro.
Who stars in Let Sleeping Cops Lie?
The principal cast of Let Sleeping Cops Lie includes Alain Delon, Michel Serrault, Patrick Catalifo, Xavier Deluc, Raymond Gérôme.
When was Let Sleeping Cops Lie released and how long is it?
Let Sleeping Cops Lie was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Let Sleeping Cops Lie?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Let Sleeping Cops Lie was composed by Pino Marchese.
Is Let Sleeping Cops Lie based on a book or true story?
Let Sleeping Cops Lie is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Frédéric Fajardie".