The Passerby(1982)
La Passante du Sans-Souci
The Passerby Synopsis
Max Baumstein is a reputable businessman who founded an international organization fighting against violations of human rights. Why would he commit an act that apparently negates the principles he has striven for so long to uphold? As he is tried for first-degree murder for killing a Paraguayan ambassador in cold blood, he reveals a secret about himself that he kept hidden from his wife Lina. His act is the conclusion of a struggle that started many decades earlier in his childhood...
The Passerby (1982) is a drama film directed by Jacques Rouffio, released on April 14, 1982 with a runtime of 1h 50m. It stars Romy Schneider, Michel Piccoli, Helmut Griem and Dominique Labourier. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 42 ratings.
- Director:
- Jacques Rouffio
- Writers:
- Jacques Rouffio, Joseph Kessel, Jacques Kirsner
- Producers:
- Raymond Danon, Artur Brauner
- Cinematographer:
- Jean Penzer
- Composer:
- Georges Delerue
- Production:
- Elephant Production
- Status:
- Released
The Passerby (1982) Trailer
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The Passerby Cast & Crew
Main cast
Romy Schneider
as Elsa Wiener / Lina Baumstein
Michel Piccoli
as Max Baumstein
Helmut Griem
as Michel Wiener
Dominique Labourier
as Charlotte Maupas
Gérard Klein
as Maurice Bouillard
Mathieu Carrière
as Ruppert von Leggaert / Federico Logo
Jacques Martin
as Marcel
Wendelin Werner
as Young Max Baumstein
Marcel Bozonnet
as Mercier
Christiane Cohendy
as Helene Nolin
- Pierre Michaël
Pierre Michaël
as Me Jouffroy
Véronique Silver
as President of the Court
Key crew
Directed by Jacques Rouffio, written by Jacques Rouffio, Joseph Kessel and Jacques Kirsner, produced by Raymond Danon and Artur Brauner.
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The Passerby Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 42 ratings.
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The Passerby – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Passerby online?
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The Passerby (1982) is currently available to rent or buy from maxdome Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Passerby?
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The main cast of The Passerby (1982) includes Romy Schneider, Michel Piccoli, Helmut Griem, Dominique Labourier and Gérard Klein. The film was directed by Jacques Rouffio. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Passerby released?
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The Passerby was released on April 14, 1982 and runs for 1h 50m.
Is The Passerby worth watching?
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The Passerby (1982) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 42 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Passerby?
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