---
title: "The Finishers"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-finishers-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 214087
imdb_id: "tt2454430"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 182
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Finishers (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-finishers-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Finishers, originally titled De toutes nos forces, is a 2013 French drama directed by Nils Tavernier. The film follows seventeen-year-old Julien, who uses a wheelchair due to cerebral palsy, as he attempts to bond with his father by challenging him to participate in an Ironman race in Nice.

The film was screened in the Special Presentation section at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival. It depicts a family experiencing internal collapse under the pressure of managing a disability.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A teenager with cerebral palsy challenges his father to compete in an Ironman triathlon together."

### Why Watch
- Explores the strain of disability on family bonds
- Features a central challenge involving an Ironman race
- Set against the backdrop of the French Riviera

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film focuses on a family gradually falling apart
- Tone & Suitability: This drama explores heavy themes of family strain and disability within a 94-minute runtime.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #french-drama, #family-dynamics, #disability-representation, #sports-drama, #triathlon-challenge

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Beamafilm | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Beamafilm |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Nils Tavernier
- **Networks / Studios**: Nord-Ouest Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jacques Gamblin** as *Paul Amblard*
- **Alexandra Lamy** as *Claire Amblard*
- **Fabien Héraud** as *Julien Amblard*
- **Sophie de Fürst** as *Sophie Amblard*
- **Pablo Pauly** as *Yohan*
- **Xavier Mathieu** as *Sergio*
- **Christelle Cornil** as *Isabelle*
- **Fred Epaud** as *Doctor Pascal*
- **Sandra Leclercq** as *Lucie*
- **Lydia Guillermin** as *Young IMC claimant*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is The Finishers worth watching?
The film was featured in the Special Presentation section at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The Finishers is a French drama.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Nils Tavernier.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Finishers — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/214087)
- [The Finishers (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2454430/fullcredits/)
- [The Finishers - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Finishers)
- [The Finishers (2013) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/214087-de-toutes-nos-forces/cast)
- [The Finishers (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-finishers/credits)
- [The Finishers - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/The_Finishers)

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