What is Rififi?
Rififi is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1955
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 13, 1955
- Studios
- Indusfilms, Société Nationale Pathé Cinéma, Prima Films
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Drama
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Overview
Rififi is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Indusfilms, Société Nationale Pathé Cinéma, Prima Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A newly freed thief plans a daring jewel heist that spirals out of control.”
- Intricate heist planning
- Stylish black‑and‑white cinematography
- Taut, character‑driven tension
- Pacing may feel deliberate for contemporary viewers
- Violent consequences follow the robbery
Watch it if you appreciate classic French crime dramas with meticulous heist craftsmanship.
The film’s gritty crime violence and mature themes make it appropriate for adult audiences.
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When was Rififi released?
Rififi was released in France in 1955 and in the United States on June 5 1956.
What language is the film in?
Rififi is a French-language film.
What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour 58 minutes.
What genre does Rififi belong to?
It is classified as a crime, thriller, and drama film.
Is the film in color?
Rififi was shot in black‑and‑white.