Shoot the Piano Player (1960): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch

Name: Shoot the Piano Player
Director: François Truffaut
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Crime
Released: 1960
Duration: 85 min
Cast: Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, Nicole Berger, Michèle Mercier, Serge Davri

What Shoot the Piano Player Is About

Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape. Soon Charlie and Lena, a waitress at the same bar, face trouble when the gangsters arrive, looking for his brothers.

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What is Shoot the Piano Player about?

Charlie is a former classical pianist who has changed his name and now plays jazz in a grimy Paris bar. When Charlie's brothers, Richard and Chico, surface and ask for Charlie's help while on the run from gangsters they have scammed, he aids their escape.

Where can I watch Shoot the Piano Player?

Shoot the Piano Player is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Darkroom, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Shoot the Piano Player?

Shoot the Piano Player runs for 85 minutes (1h 25m).

When did Shoot the Piano Player come out?

Shoot the Piano Player was released in 1960.

Who directed Shoot the Piano Player?

Shoot the Piano Player was directed by François Truffaut.

Who stars in Shoot the Piano Player?

Shoot the Piano Player stars Charles Aznavour, Marie Dubois, Nicole Berger, Michèle Mercier.

What is Shoot the Piano Player's rating?

Shoot the Piano Player holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.