The Code (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2002, The Code is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Manuel Boursinhac, running about 116 minutes.
What it’s about. Dris is an ex-con, living in the borderline between a decent and a criminal life. He has a regular and simple work and lives a simple life with his wife Lise and loves his family. However, his childhood friends from his Arab community, including his best friend Yanis, are mobsters and his brother is a small time delinquent. Yanis tries to bring Dris back to his gang, and uses his former lover Nina to seduce him, taking him to expensive places to feel the importance of big money. Dris fights against the temptation, but an event will route him back to Yanis' gang and in a fight between gangs with tragic consequences for the whole community.
Who’s in it. The Code stars Samy Naceri as Yanis, Samuel Le Bihan as Dris, Clotilde Courau as Nina and Michel Duchaussoy as Fèche, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Code has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Code page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Code tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Code (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Code change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Code worth watching?
- The Code holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Code?
- The Code stars Samy Naceri, Samuel Le Bihan, Clotilde Courau, Michel Duchaussoy and Philippe Nahon.