L'Addition (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.9

Released in 1984, L'Addition is a thriller and drama film directed by Denis Amar, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. For having wanted to defend a young girl accused of theft, a comedian finds himself in prison. Embarked in spite of himself in an escape attempt, he is condemned by a particularly incompetent court which follows without thinking the pleadings of an overzealous public prosecutor! Once incarcerated, the poor comedian has to deal with the harassment of one of the guards, a kind of dangerous sociopath frustrated with life.
Who’s in it. L'Addition stars Richard Bohringer as Lorca, Richard Berry as Bruno Vinclert, Victoria Abril as Patty and Farid Chopel as Jose, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, L'Addition has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch L'Addition page.
If you liked it. Fans of L'Addition tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch L'Addition (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for L'Addition change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is L'Addition worth watching?
- L'Addition holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in L'Addition?
- L'Addition stars Richard Bohringer, Richard Berry, Victoria Abril, Farid Chopel and Jacques Sereys.
- When was L'Addition released?
- L'Addition was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.
