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Le Samouraï

7.819671h 45mPGMovieCrimeThrillerDrama

After carrying out a flawlessly planned hit, Jef Costello, a contract killer with samurai instincts, finds himself caught between a persistent police investigator and a ruthless employer, and not even his armor of fedora and trench coat can protect him.

DirectorJean-Pierre Melville
WritersJean-Pierre Melville·Georges Pellegrin
ProducersRaymond Borderie·Eugène Lépicier

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SBS On DemandSBS On Demand
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville

ADAlain Delon
Alain Delon
Jef Costello
FPFrançois Périer
François Périer
Superintendant
NDNathalie Delon
Nathalie Delon
Jane Lagrange
CRCathy Rosier
Cathy Rosier
Valérie
MBMichel Boisrond
Michel Boisrond
Wiener
CJCatherine Jourdan
Catherine Jourdan
Locker Room Girl
JPJean-Pierre Posier
Jean-Pierre Posier
Olivier Rey
RFRobert Favart
Robert Favart
Bartender
JL
Jacques Leroy
Walkway Man
RFRoger Fradet
Roger Fradet
Inspector #1
CNCarlo Nell
Carlo Nell
Inspector #2
RRRobert Rondo
Robert Rondo
Inspector #3

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Le Samouraï — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Le Samouraï?

Le Samouraï is streaming on SBS On Demand in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Le Samouraï on Netflix?

No, Le Samouraï is not on Netflix in Australia as of November 2026. It's currently on SBS On Demand.

Is Le Samouraï on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Le Samouraï isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on SBS On Demand instead.

Where can I watch Le Samouraï for free?

Le Samouraï is available to stream free (with ads) on SBS On Demand in Australia.