Movie

The Probability Factor

★ 4.0(15)19761h 24m

The Probability Factor is streaming on Molotov TV and Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel in France, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, YouTube, Sooner, Amazon Video, VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max. Availability checked 12 June 2026.

Good to know

Director: Gérard Pirès
Release date: 1976-04-07
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Lira Films

About The Probability Factor

The Probability Factor is a 1976 movie in the Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Gérard Pirès, starring Jean-Louis Trintignant, Mireille Darc and Bernadette Lafont. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.0/10 from 15 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Probability Factor in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Fred works for an insurance company as a computer engineer. He is bored with enduring the trials of his shrewish wife, so, after using actuarial tables to calculate the most common means of death, he cleverly prepares the family bathroom and brings about her demise. For a while he is content with his new freedom, but then he recognizes that a friend is in a similar situation.

Cast

Jean-Louis Trintignant

Fred Malone

Mireille Darc

Charlotte

Bernadette Lafont

Louise Delouette

Lea Massari

Gloria

Claude Piéplu

Piette Tournier

Claudia Marsani

Virginia

Bernard Fresson

Delouette

Jean Abeillé

Jean-Claude Andruet

Anémone

Secretary

Albert Augier

Michel Blanc

Choukroun

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Probability Factor in France?+

In France, you can stream The Probability Factor on Molotov TV and Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel . It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, YouTube, Sooner, Amazon Video, VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max.

Is The Probability Factor on Netflix?+

The Probability Factor is not on Netflix in France right now, but you can stream it on Molotov TV and Cine+ OCS Amazon Channel .

How long is The Probability Factor?+

The Probability Factor has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in The Probability Factor?+

The Probability Factor stars Jean-Louis Trintignant, Mireille Darc, Bernadette Lafont, Lea Massari and Claude Piéplu.

When did The Probability Factor come out?+

The Probability Factor is a 1976 movie directed by Gérard Pirès.

What genre is The Probability Factor?+

The Probability Factor is Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed The Probability Factor?+

The Probability Factor was directed by Gérard Pirès.