Léon: The Professional

Film - 1994 - Action & Adventure, Crime, Drama

The story

Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.

Directed by

Luc Besson

Starring

Jean Reno, Natalie Portman, Gary Oldman, Danny Aiello, Peter Appel, Michael Badalucco

Where to watch

netflix, stan

Ratings

IMDb 8.5 out of 10

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Film · 1994 · Action & Adventure · Crime · Drama

Léon: The Professional

79% match1h 50mMA 15+
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Léon: The Professional shares real DNA with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix; stars Gary Oldman, who you rate.

✦ Because you loved Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix✦ New york city · Loss of loved one✦ Critically loved
The story

Léon, the top hit man in New York, has earned a rep as an effective "cleaner". But when his next-door neighbors are wiped out by a loose-cannon DEA agent, he becomes the unwilling custodian of 12-year-old Mathilda. Before long, Mathilda's thoughts turn to revenge, and she considers following in Léon's footsteps.

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8.5 / 10
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8.3 / 10
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Details
TypeFilm
GenreAction & Adventure, Crime, Drama
Runtime1h 50m
RatedMA 15+
Release1994-09-14
Where to watch
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