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Kompromat (2023): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Kompromat is a 2023 drama thriller directed by Jérôme Salle, starring Gilles Lellouche as Mathieu Roussel, Joanna Kulig and Daniil Vorobyov. It runs 2 hours 7 minutes and earned $4.3 million worldwide. Critics gave it 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic. Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Rotten Tomatoes
73%
worldwide gross
$4.3M
Echo Score
68
Metascore
60
Kompromat (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 7m (127 min)
Director
Jérôme Salle
Genres
Drama , Thriller
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Kompromat About?

The premise of Kompromat without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

While serving in Siberia, a French diplomat finds his life shattered when he is falsely accused of a serious crime by the Russian FSB. Suddenly isolated and imprisoned, Mathieu must rely on his intelligence and resourcefulness to prove his innocence and evade a formidable adversary determined to see him remain captive. His fight for survival becomes a desperate race against a seemingly insurmountable force.

Where to watch

Where to Watch Kompromat

Stream it on Hoopla and Kanopy, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

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Cast & crew

Kompromat Cast & Characters

Gilles Lellouche leads the cast as Mathieu Roussel, with Joanna Kulig as Svetlana and Daniil Vorobyov as Sasha. Directed by Jérôme Salle; 10 actors are credited in all.

Ratings

Kompromat Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Kompromat 73% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 68/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (55).

68 /100

Kompromat Echo Score Breakdown

Kompromat delivers a competent spy thriller that excels in tension and visual style, yet its narrative coherence suffers from predictable beats and occasional foggy exposition. Critics commend the film's craft and lead performance while noting lapses in storytelling depth. Viewers who prioritize atmosphere find lasting appeal, but the uneven plot limits broader enthusiasm.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 78

    In terms of direction and cinematography, the film is praised for its well‑crafted chase sequences and an excellent visual palette that adapts to mood. Critics note a low‑artifice approach that sometimes feels unremarkable, but overall the production design and editing support the suspense effectively. The artistic execution is thus solid with occasional drawbacks.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When it comes to character depth, Gilles Lellouche’s lead performance is frequently described as absorbing, and supporting actors receive commendations for sincerity. Some reviewers highlight tonal inconsistencies and performance flaws that undermine emotional resonance. The net impression is a competent ensemble with moments of nuance, balanced by uneven character development.

  • Story & Flow 55

    The story’s pacing and coherence draw mixed reactions; moments of thrilling momentum are praised, yet several critics find the plot foggy and predictably cliché. Issues with clarity in the protagonist’s escape and far‑fetched developments weaken narrative engagement. Overall, the plot is engaging in parts but hampered by inconsistent storytelling.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    Sensory elements, especially the soundtrack and visual style, receive positive remarks for building anxious silence and delivering suspenseful moments. The film’s sound design and score enhance the thriller atmosphere, though some reviewers note occasional tonal mismatches. The sensory experience is generally effective and contributes to the film’s tension.

  • Rewatch Factor 68

    Rewatch value is supported by strong moment‑to‑moment thrills and a gripping premise that many viewers find enjoyable on repeat viewings. Predictable narrative moments and far‑fetched twists may reduce long‑term appeal for some audiences. Consequently, the film offers respectable replayability, particularly for fans of spy suspense.

Plot

Kompromat Plot Summary

What happens in Kompromat from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Irkutsk, Mathieu Roussel, director of the Alliance française, works to promote the French language and francophone culture in the region. His life takes a sharp turn when he is forcibly removed from his home and accused by the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) of disseminating child pornography and molesting his own daughter. The case is built as a classic example of kompromat, with planted material such as alleged child pornography on his computer and a dance performance he gave that featured a passionate dance between two men. The atmosphere in the holding cells turns brutal as other prisoners learn of the charges and beat him mercilessly.

Full summary

The whole story of Kompromat, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

Kompromat Box Office

Kompromat grossed $4.3 million worldwide.

2023 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.3M

International
$4.3M
Videos

Kompromat Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

KOMPROMAT Official Trailer (2022)
  • Trailer Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Kompromat?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 9

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What is the profession of Mathieu Roussel at the beginning of the film?

Cars

Cars in Kompromat

41 cars on screen, including the 2007 BMW X5 E70 and the 2013 Hyundai i30 Wagon.

All 41 cars
  • 2007 BMW X5 E70 in Kompromat 2007 BMW X5 E70 Important role
  • 2013 Hyundai i30 Wagon in Kompromat 2013 Hyundai i30 Wagon Important role
  • 2013 Škoda Octavia Combi in Kompromat 2013 Škoda Octavia Combi Important role
  • 2006 Toyota Avensis in Kompromat 2006 Toyota Avensis Important role
Details

Kompromat Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Kompromāts” and “Компромат”.

Also known as
  • Kompromāts
  • Компромат
  • Kompromat: O Dossiê Russo
  • Kompromat. El expediente ruso
  • Kompromat - Die Macht der Lüge
  • Kompromat: El expediente ruso
  • Η Μέθοδος Κομπρομάτ
  • 콤프로마트
  • 黑材料
  • Kompromatas
  • Kompromat - Il caso Roussel

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FAQ

Kompromat FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Kompromat, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Kompromat?

Kompromat runs 2 hours 7 minutes (127 minutes).

When was Kompromat released?

Kompromat was released on January 27, 2023.

Who directed Kompromat?

Kompromat was directed by Jérôme Salle.

More films by Jérôme Salle

Who is in the cast of Kompromat?

Kompromat stars Gilles Lellouche as Mathieu Roussel, Joanna Kulig as Svetlana and Daniil Vorobyov as Sasha, among 10 credited actors.

Where can I watch Kompromat?

In the US, Kompromat is streaming on Hoopla and Kanopy and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Kompromat make at the box office?

Kompromat grossed $4.3 million worldwide.

How is Kompromat rated?

Kompromat has 73% on Rotten Tomatoes, 60 on Metacritic, 3.2/5 on Letterboxd and 3.0/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Kompromat have a post-credit scene?

No. Kompromat has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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