The Repenter (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1985, The Repenter is a crime film directed by Pasquale Squitieri, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A judge on crusade to take down the Italian Mafia uses a gangster turned state's witness (a so-called "repenter") and a New York banker to do it. But things aren't quite what they seem.
Who’s in it. The Repenter stars Franco Nero as Falco, Tony Musante as Ragusa, Erik Estrada as Lercara and Max von Sydow as Spinola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Repenter 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 Repenter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Repenter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Repenter (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Repenter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Repenter worth watching?
- The Repenter holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Repenter?
- The Repenter stars Franco Nero, Tony Musante, Erik Estrada, Max von Sydow and Claudine Auger.
- When was The Repenter released?
- The Repenter was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.