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The Probability Factor (1976): Cast

The Probability Factor (1976) movie poster

The Probability Factor is a 1976 crime comedy directed by Gérard Pirès, starring Jean-Louis Trintignant as Fred Malone, Bernadette Lafont and Bernard Fresson. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes.

The Probability Factor (1976) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Gérard Pirès
Genres
Comedy , Crime
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Probability Factor About?

The premise of The Probability Factor without spoilers.

Fred, a computer engineer at an insurance firm, grows weary of his domineering wife. Using actuarial tables he identifies the most frequent causes of death, rigs the family bathroom and stages her fatal accident. Relishing his newfound freedom, he soon discovers a friend trapped in a comparable marital nightmare.

The Probability Factor Themes & Keywords

· 3 tags
  • dark comedy
  • female nudity
  • based on novel
Cast & crew

The Probability Factor Cast & Characters

Jean-Louis Trintignant leads the cast as Fred Malone, with Bernadette Lafont as Louise Delouette and Bernard Fresson as Delouette. Directed by Gérard Pirès; 26 actors are credited in all.

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FAQ

The Probability Factor FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Probability Factor, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Probability Factor?

The Probability Factor runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was The Probability Factor released?

The Probability Factor was released on April 7, 1976.

Who directed The Probability Factor?

The Probability Factor was directed by Gérard Pirès.

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Who is in the cast of The Probability Factor?

The Probability Factor stars Jean-Louis Trintignant as Fred Malone, Bernadette Lafont as Louise Delouette and Bernard Fresson as Delouette, among 26 credited actors.

Does The Probability Factor have a post-credit scene?

No. The Probability Factor has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Probability Factor in?

The original language of The Probability Factor is French.

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