Cover Up (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1983, Cover Up is a thriller, crime and romance film directed by Philippe Labro, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. A well-known business lawyer is shot dead in the courthouse. A commissioner of the Criminal Brigade is in charge of the investigation and is helped by a journalist.

Who’s in it. Cover Up stars Claude Brasseur as Commissaire Martin Griffon, Gabrielle Lazure as Sybille Berger, Jean-Claude Brialy as Le contrôleur Jean-François Rambert and Jean-Louis Trintignant as Christian Lacassagne, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Cover Up 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 Cover Up page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cover Up tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cover Up (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cover Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Cover Up worth watching?
Cover Up holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cover Up?
Cover Up stars Claude Brasseur, Gabrielle Lazure, Jean-Claude Brialy, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Dayle Haddon.
When was Cover Up released?
Cover Up was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.