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La Femme Nikita (1990) poster

Movie The Rerun: 1990s

La Femme Nikita

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A criminal sentenced to life for murdering a policeman has her death faked by government handlers, who recruit and train her as a professional assassin.

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A criminal sentenced to life for murdering a policeman has her death faked by government handlers, who recruit and train her as a professional assassin.

Why watch Written and directed by Luc Besson with Anne Parillaud in mind, it was considered a surprise hit.

Cast & crew

  • Jean Reno Jean Reno
  • Philippe Leroy Philippe Leroy
  • Jeanne Moreau Jeanne Moreau
  • Tchéky Karyo Tchéky Karyo
  • Anne Parillaud Anne Parillaud
  • Jean-Hugues Anglade Jean-Hugues Anglade
  • Iska Khan
  • Jacques Boudet Jacques Boudet
  • Jean-Claude Bolle-Reddat Jean-Claude Bolle-Reddat
  • Jean Bouise Jean Bouise
  • Luc Besson Luc Besson Director

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Quick answers

Where can I watch La Femme Nikita?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for La Femme Nikita in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is La Femme Nikita about?
A criminal sentenced to life for murdering a policeman has her death faked by government handlers, who recruit and train her as a professional assassin.
Who is in the cast of La Femme Nikita?
La Femme Nikita stars Jean Reno, Philippe Leroy, Jeanne Moreau, Tchéky Karyo and Anne Parillaud.
Who directed La Femme Nikita?
La Femme Nikita was directed by Luc Besson.
When did La Femme Nikita come out?
La Femme Nikita was released on 1 January 1990.
How long is La Femme Nikita?
La Femme Nikita runs 117 minutes (1 h 57 min).

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