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Nikita (1990) is a action and thriller film directed by Luc Besson, released on February 21, 1990 with a runtime of 1h 57m. It stars Anne Parillaud, Jean-Hugues Anglade, Tchéky Karyo and Jean Reno. Viewers rate it 7.1 out of 10 across 2,210 ratings.
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Anne Parillaud
as Nikita
Jean-Hugues Anglade
as Marco
Tchéky Karyo
as Bob
Jean Reno
as Victor, the Cleaner
Marc Duret
as Rico
Jeanne Moreau
as Armande
Patrick Fontana
as Coyotte
Roland Blanche
as Interrogation Cop
Jacques Boudet
as The Pharmacist
Jean Bouise
as The Embassy Attaché
Philippe du Janerand
as The Ambassador / Jules, his double
Alain Lathière
as Zap
Directed by Luc Besson, written by Luc Besson, produced by Patrice Ledoux.
Average viewer score of 7.1/10 from 2,210 ratings.
Upon cinematic release, being fascinated with Bridget Fonda, I watched 'Point of No Return', which I enjoyed but had no idea it was based on Besson's film. Badham's work was okay in my books, but nothing spectacular. Over the years I had loved those films of his I had seen ('Leon: The Professional', 'The Fifth Element', 'The Family' and 'Lucy'), and decided I wanted to see his earlier classic. I like the fact that…
Reviewed on January 19, 2016
**One of the most striking films in Luc Besson's work.** This is perhaps one of the most iconic films in the cinematographic work of Luc Besson, who is one of those directors who are hardly consensual or pleases everyone, but has an undeniable talent. The story revolves around a rebellious girl who becomes involved in a crime and the death of a police officer. Arrested, she seems completely out of control, is…
Reviewed on October 6, 2023
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Nikita (1990) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
The main cast of Nikita (1990) includes Anne Parillaud, Jean-Hugues Anglade, Tchéky Karyo, Jean Reno and Marc Duret. The film was directed by Luc Besson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Nikita was released on February 21, 1990 and runs for 1h 57m.
Nikita (1990) holds an average rating of 7.1 out of 10 from 2,210 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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