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The Professional (1981): movie guide
The Professional (1981) is a Action, Adventure, Thriller running about 108 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 7.2/10 from 632 votes. Notable cast includes Jean-Paul Belmondo, Robert Hossein, Elisabeth Margoni, Jean-Louis Richard. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1981-10-21
- Runtime: 108 min
- TMDB: 7.2/10
- Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1981-10-21
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What is The Professional about?
Josselin Beaumont, a French secret agent, is tasked with assassinating Njala, the president for life of Malawi in Africa. A shift in French policy means that assassinating Njala is no longer an option. But instead of recalling their agent, high-ranking officials deliberately sacrifice Beaumont by handing him over to the Malawian authorities. Arrested, tried, and imprisoned, he nevertheless manages to escape. Back in Paris after a two-year absence, he informs his superiors through Colonel Martin that he will fulfill his contract during Njala’s upcoming official visit to Paris between the 12th and 15th of this month, and that he has a few scores to settle with the D.G.S.E. The question is, should Beaumont be stopped or not?
Cast highlights
The Professional features Jean-Paul Belmondo, Robert Hossein, Elisabeth Margoni, Jean-Louis Richard, Jean Desailly, Michel Beaune. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1981-10-21. Runtime: 108 minutes. TMDB score: 7.2/10 (632 votes). Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller. Original language: fr. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is The Professional?
- The Professional is listed as Action, Adventure, Thriller on TMDB.
- How long is The Professional?
- The Professional runs about 108 minutes.
- Who stars in The Professional?
- Cast highlights include Jean-Paul Belmondo, Robert Hossein, Elisabeth Margoni, Jean-Louis Richard, Jean Desailly, Michel Beaune.
- Does Cinema Box stream The Professional?
