The Professional
Original title: Le Professionnel
“Never leave vengeance to amateurs.”
Overview
Josselin Beaumont, a French secret agent, is tasked with assassinating Njala, the president for life of Malawi in Africa. A shift in French policy means that assassinating Njala is no longer an option. But instead of recalling their agent, high-ranking officials deliberately sacrifice Beaumont by handing him over to the Malawian authorities. Arrested, tried, and imprisoned, he nevertheless manages to escape. Back in Paris after a two-year absence, he informs his superiors through Colonel Martin that he will fulfill his contract during Njala’s upcoming official visit to Paris between the 12th and 15th of this month, and that he has a few scores to settle with the D.G.S.E. The question is, should Beaumont be stopped or not?
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- Georges Lautner
- Writers
- Patrick Alexander, Michel Audiard, Georges Lautner, Jacques Audiard
- Producer
- Alain Belmondo
- Production
- Cerito Films, Les Films Ariane
Frequently asked questions
What is The Professional rated?
The Professional has an audience rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 603 votes.
Who directed The Professional?
The Professional was directed by Georges Lautner.
When was The Professional released?
The Professional was released in 1981.
