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6.0 / 10(602 votes)IMDbR20011h 38m$13.2M Worldwide GrossFrance

Vidocq

“To look into his mask was to lose your soul.”

Synopsis

Paris, 1830. In the heart of the town, Vidocq, a famous detective, disappears as he fights the Alchemist, an assassin that he has been pursuing for a few months. His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, decides to avenge Vidocq's death and takes the investigation on...

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Dark Portals: The Chronicles of Vidocq (2001) Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-02-27

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 2, 2007

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$13.2M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Pitof
Screenplay & Story
Pitof, Jean-Christophe Grangé
Original Score
Bruno Coulais
Original Title
Vidocq
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 38m
Worldwide Gross
$13.2M
Production Studios
RF2K Productions, StudioCanal, TF1 Films Production

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Pitof

Screenplay & Story

Pitof, Jean-Christophe Grangé, Eugène-François Vidocq

Original Score & Music

Bruno Coulais

Director of Photography

Jean-Pierre Sauvaire, Jean-Claude Thibaut

Film Editing

Thierry Hoss

Producers

Dominique Farrugia, Olivier Granier

Department Leadership Roster

Jean-Pierre Sauvaire

Director of Photography

Pitof

Pitof

Screenplay

Dominique Farrugia

Dominique Farrugia

Producer

Pitof

Pitof

Director

Thierry Hoss

Editor

Jean-Christophe Grangé

Screenplay

Jean-Claude Thibaut

Jean-Claude Thibaut

Director of Photography

Carine Sarfati

Carine Sarfati

Costume Design

Jean Rabasse

Jean Rabasse

Production Design

Bruno Coulais

Bruno Coulais

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Vidocq.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vidocq

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

What is Vidocq about?

Paris, 1830. In the heart of the town, Vidocq, a famous detective, disappears as he fights the Alchemist, an assassin that he has been pursuing for a few months. His young biographer, Etienne Boisset, decides to avenge Vidocq's death and takes the investigation on...

Who directed Vidocq?

Vidocq was directed by Pitof.

Who stars in Vidocq?

The principal cast of Vidocq includes Gérard Depardieu, Guillaume Canet, Inés Sastre, André Dussollier, Édith Scob.

When was Vidocq released and how long is it?

Vidocq was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.

How much did Vidocq make at the box office?

Vidocq grossed $13.2M in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Vidocq?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Vidocq was composed by Bruno Coulais.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Vidocq?

Vidocq holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).