Requiem (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 2001, Requiem is an action, thriller and horror film directed by Hervé Renoh, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Four hardened crooks break out of prison. Hunted down, with nowhere to run, they seek refuge in the only place the police cannot follow, a Cistercian monastery. Cut off from the outside world, a nightmare stand off develops between the fugitives, ready to kill in defence of their dearly purchased freedom, and the monks they' re holding hostage. But in this potentially lethal confrontation, nothing is quite as it seems. The game' s been rigged from the start. Requiem' s a violent and fast paced French film that really delivers.

Who’s in it. Requiem stars Jo Prestia as Gippé, Jean-Louis Loca as Rafik, Marc Chapiteau as Poupousse and Moussa Maaskri as Marcus, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Requiem has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $60.7K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Requiem page.

If you liked it. Fans of Requiem 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 Requiem (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Requiem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Requiem worth watching?
Requiem holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Requiem?
Requiem stars Jo Prestia, Jean-Louis Loca, Marc Chapiteau, Moussa Maaskri and Patrick Dell'Isola.
When was Requiem released?
Requiem was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.