The Passerby (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1982, The Passerby is a drama film directed by Jacques Rouffio, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. Max Baumstein is a reputable businessman who founded an international organization fighting against violations of human rights. Why would he commit an act that apparently negates the principles he has striven for so long to uphold? As he is tried for first-degree murder for killing a Paraguayan ambassador in cold blood, he reveals a secret about himself that he kept hidden from his wife Lina. His act is the conclusion of a struggle that started many decades earlier in his childhood...
Who’s in it. The Passerby stars Romy Schneider as Elsa Wiener / Lina Baumstein, Michel Piccoli as Max Baumstein, Helmut Griem as Michel Wiener and Maria Schell as Anna Helwig, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Passerby has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Passerby page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Passerby tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Passerby (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Passerby change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Passerby worth watching?
- The Passerby holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Passerby?
- The Passerby stars Romy Schneider, Michel Piccoli, Helmut Griem, Maria Schell and Mathieu Carrière.
- When was The Passerby released?
- The Passerby was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.