The Inquisitor (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 1981, The Inquisitor is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Claude Miller, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Martinaud, an illustrious notary suspected of being the perpetrator of two horrendous crimes, voluntarily agrees to be questioned by Inspector Gallien on New Year's Eve. What initially is a routine procedure, soon becomes a harsh interrogation that seems to confirm the initial suspicions.
Who’s in it. The Inquisitor stars Lino Ventura as Inspector Antoine Gallien, Michel Serrault as Jérôme Martinaud, Romy Schneider as Chantal Martinaud and Guy Marchand as Inspector Marcel Belmont, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Inquisitor has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on France Channel Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Inquisitor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inquisitor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inquisitor (1981)?
- In US, The Inquisitor is available to stream on France Channel Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Inquisitor worth watching?
- The Inquisitor holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Inquisitor?
- The Inquisitor stars Lino Ventura, Michel Serrault, Romy Schneider, Guy Marchand and Pierre Maguelon.
- When was The Inquisitor released?
- The Inquisitor was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.