The Professional 1981
“Never leave vengeance to amateurs.”
What is The Professional?
The Professional is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 21, 1981
- Studios
- Cerito Films, Les Films Ariane
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Thriller
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Overview
The Professional is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Cerito Films, Les Films Ariane. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A French agent fights betrayal as he races to stop a dictator’s Paris visit.”
- Tense espionage plot
- Stylish 1980s action
- Based on an award‑winning novel
- The 1980s political backdrop may feel dated to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gritty Cold War‑era spy thrillers with high‑stakes action.
The film contains intense violence and political intrigue, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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When was The Professional released?
The film was released in the United States on October 21, 1981.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as an action, adventure, and thriller film.
Who is the protagonist?
The story follows Josselin Beaumont, a French secret agent.
Is the film based on any prior work?
Yes, it is based on Patrick Alexander’s award‑winning 1976 novel Death of a Thin‑Skinned Animal.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑eight minutes.
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