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Coup de Torchon

7.019812h 8mMovieComedyCrimeDrama

A pathetic police chief, humiliated by everyone around him, suddenly wants a clean slate in life, and resorts to drastic means to achieve it.

DirectorBertrand Tavernier
WritersJean Aurenche·Bertrand Tavernier
ProducersHenri Lassa·Adolphe Viezzi

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Criterion ChannelCriterion Channel
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Bertrand Tavernier

PNPhilippe Noiret
Philippe Noiret
Lucien Cordier
IHIsabelle Huppert
Isabelle Huppert
Rose Mercaillou
JMJean-Pierre Marielle
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Le Peron / Le Peron's twin brother
SAStéphane Audran
Stéphane Audran
Huguette Cordier
EMEddy Mitchell
Eddy Mitchell
Nono
GMGuy Marchand
Guy Marchand
Marcel Chavasson
MBMichel Beaune
Michel Beaune
Vanderbrouck
JCJean Champion
Jean Champion
Le curé
VGVictor Garrivier
Victor Garrivier
Marcaillou
GHGérard Hernandez
Gérard Hernandez
Leonelli
DLDaniel Langlet
Daniel Langlet
Paulo
IS
Irène Skobline
Anne, l'institutrice

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Coup de Torchon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Coup de Torchon?

Coup de Torchon is streaming on Criterion Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Coup de Torchon on Netflix?

No, Coup de Torchon is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Criterion Channel.

Is Coup de Torchon on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Coup de Torchon isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Criterion Channel instead.

Where can I watch Coup de Torchon for free?

Coup de Torchon is available on Criterion Channel in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.