---
title: "The Ruffian"
year: 1983
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-ruffian-1983"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 71630
imdb_id: "tt0086214"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 75
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Ruffian (1983) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-ruffian-1983

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Ruffian is a film first released in 1983. Catalogued under Drama, Adventure, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Corporation Image M & M, Les Films Christian Fechner. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: José Giovanni
- **Networks / Studios**: Corporation Image M & M, Les Films Christian Fechner

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lino Ventura** as *Aldo*
- **Bernard Giraudeau** as *Gérard*
- **Claudia Cardinale** as *La « Baronne »*
- **Pierre Frag** as *John*
- **Béatrix Van Til** as *Éléonore*
- **August Schellenberg** as *Nelson Harting*
- **Danyl Wahayenni-Martin** as *Un Indien*
- **Jacklin Webb** as *Conductrice de camion à Montréal*
- **Lucien Bérardini** as *Doublure Lino Ventura*
- **James Ernest Davis** as *Un Indien*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Ruffian online?
The Ruffian is currently available to watch or stream on Studiocanal Presents MOVIECULT Amazon Channel, Moviecult Amazon Channel, Apple TV Store, Orange VOD. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Ruffian worth watching?
The Ruffian holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 75 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Adventure for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Ruffian and when was it released?
The Ruffian is a feature film with a runtime of 108 minutes. It was released in 1983. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Ruffian?
The Ruffian was directed by José Giovanni.

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