Movie

The Ruffian

★ 6.3(69)19831h 48m

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Good to know

Director: José Giovanni
Release date: 1983-01-12
Runtime: 1h 48m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Corporation Image M & M

About The Ruffian

The Ruffian is a 1983 movie in the Drama, Adventure and Comedy genres, directed by José Giovanni, starring Lino Ventura, Bernard Giraudeau and Claudia Cardinale. It has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 69 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Ruffian in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The adventures of a group of friends who plan to recover crates full of gold from a fall in Canada.

Cast

Lino Ventura

Aldo

Bernard Giraudeau

Gérard

Claudia Cardinale

La « Baronne »

Pierre Frag

John

Béatrix Van Til

Éléonore

August Schellenberg

Nelson Harting

Danyl Wahayenni-Martin

Un Indien

Jacklin Webb

Conductrice de camion à Montréal

Lucien Bérardini

Doublure Lino Ventura

James Ernest Davis

Un Indien

Robert Bouchard

Bank employee

Rick Alkerton

Miner

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Ruffian in New Zealand?+

The Ruffian is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Ruffian on Netflix?+

The Ruffian is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is The Ruffian?+

The Ruffian has a runtime of 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

Who stars in The Ruffian?+

The Ruffian stars Lino Ventura, Bernard Giraudeau, Claudia Cardinale, Pierre Frag and Béatrix Van Til.

When did The Ruffian come out?+

The Ruffian is a 1983 movie directed by José Giovanni.

What genre is The Ruffian?+

The Ruffian is Drama, Adventure and Comedy film.

Who directed The Ruffian?+

The Ruffian was directed by José Giovanni.