Le Deuxième Souffle (1966)
Kernel Score: 86% · 200 ratings
Genres: Action, Drama, Crime
Released: 1966-11-01
Runtime: 150 minutes
Where to watch Le Deuxième Souffle
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A gangster escapes jail and quickly makes plans to continue his criminal ways elsewhere, but a determined inspector is closing in.
Le Deuxième Souffle parents' guide: ages 14+
Parents need to know that Le Deuxième Souffle is a 1966 French crime drama involving a prison escape, gang violence, robbery, and police corruption.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Includes gun battles, a cop-killing, armored van robbery, and other violent criminal action.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Lino Ventura as Gustave 'Gu' Minda
- Paul Meurisse as Commissioner Blot
- Christine Fabréga as Simone, aka 'Manouche'
- Michel Constantin as Alban, Manouche's bodyguard
- Raymond Pellegrin as Paul Ricci
- Marcel Bozzuffi as Jo Ricci, Paul's brother
- Pierre Zimmer as Orloff
- Denis Manuel as Antoine Ripa
- Pierre Grasset as Pascal
- Paul Frankeur as Inspector Fardiano
Le Deuxième Souffle FAQ
Is Le Deuxième Souffle good?
Le Deuxième Souffle has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 200 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Le Deuxième Souffle?
In the US you can stream Le Deuxième Souffle on The Criterion Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Le Deuxième Souffle OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 14+. Parents need to know that Le Deuxième Souffle is a 1966 French crime drama involving a prison escape, gang violence, robbery, and police corruption.
What movies are like Le Deuxième Souffle?
If you liked Le Deuxième Souffle, try Le Cercle Rouge, The Stronghold, Le Samouraï and Heat.