Mr. Klein (1976)
Kernel Score: 81% · 279 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Mystery, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1976-09-23
Runtime: 123 minutes
Where to watch Mr. Klein
- Stream: The Criterion Channel
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Paris, France, 1942, during the Nazi occupation. Robert Klein, a successful art dealer who benefits from the misfortunes of those who are ruthlessly persecuted, discovers by chance that there is another Robert Klein, apparently a Jewish man; someone with whom he could be mistakenly identified, something dangerous in such harsh times.
Mr. Klein parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Mr. Klein is a drama set during the Nazi occupation of Paris involving the persecution of Jewish people.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts the Nazi occupation, police raids, and persecution of Jews, historically grounded and tense.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Joseph Losey
Cast
- Alain Delon as Mr. Robert Klein
- Jeanne Moreau as Florence
- Francine Bergé as Nicole
- Juliet Berto as Jeanine, Robert's mistress
- Jean Bouise as Seller of the painting
- Suzanne Flon as Concierge of rue des Abbesses
- Massimo Girotti as Charles, Florence's husband
- Michael Lonsdale as Pierre
- Michel Aumont as Jew Affairs Section Official
- Roland Bertin as Newspaper Director
Mr. Klein FAQ
Is Mr. Klein good?
Mr. Klein has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 279 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Mr. Klein?
In the US you can stream Mr. Klein on The Criterion Channel and rent it from Prime Video.
Is Mr. Klein OK for kids?
Mr. Klein is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Mr. Klein is a drama set during the Nazi occupation of Paris involving the persecution of Jewish people.
What movies are like Mr. Klein?
If you liked Mr. Klein, try Le Samouraï, Remember, The Bourne Identity and Murder on the Orient Express.