Léon: The Professional

Movie Overview

Léon: The Professional is a Crime, Drama, Action film. It has an IMDb rating of 8.305/10, based on 14963 votes.

Directed by: Luc Besson

Produced by: Patrice Ledoux, Claude Besson

Storyline

Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.

Quick Facts

Release Date 1994-09-14
Runtime 111 minutes
Budget $16,000,000
Box Office $45,284,974
Languages English, Français, Italiano

Cast & Characters

The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:

Actor Character
Jean Reno Léon Montana
Natalie Portman Mathilda Lando
Gary Oldman Norman Stansfield
Danny Aiello Tony
Peter Appel Malky
Michael Badalucco Mathilda's Father
Ellen Greene Mathilda's Mother
Elizabeth Regen Mathilda's Sister
Carl J. Matusovich Mathilda's Brother
Eric Challier Bodyguard Chief

Production Details

Production Companies Gaumont, Les Films du Dauphin
Filming Locations France
Cinematographers N/A

Critical Reception

This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 8.305/10, based on 14963 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.

Screenshots

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Why Watch?

If you’re a fan of Crime, Drama, Action, Léon: The Professional is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.

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