Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Strong
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- Moderate
- witty
- romantic
- swashbuckling
- adventure movie night
- period drama evening
What critics said
Critics broadly found the film entertaining and visually accomplished as a period adventure, while noting that its plot can be unclear and its lead performance uneven.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Arsène Lupin is an aristocratic robber who targets the rich while helping the poor, with transformation and deception central to his exploits.
The film is presented as a lavish period romp set amid Belle Époque France, with production values and special effects singled out in reception.
Lupin, the Countess of Cagliostro, and an underground monarchist network all pursue the treasure of the kings of France.
Lupin is teamed with the beautiful and mysterious Countess of Cagliostro, whose involvement in the treasure plot complicates their relationship.
Films like Arsène Lupin, and why
The Man in the Iron Mask
shared Belle Époque setting, gentleman thief premise, romantic intrigue, and lavish adventure spectacle
The Count of Monte Cristo
shared French period adventure, criminal heroism, elaborate conspiracies, and romantic melodrama
The Thomas Crown Affair
shared stylish European crime caper, aristocratic settings, flirtatious deception, and action-driven plotting
Movie Details
- Director
- Jean-Paul Salomé
- Release Date
- 2004-10-13
- Runtime
- 131 min
- Rating
- 5.3 / 10 (371)
Cast
- Romain Duris
- Kristin Scott Thomas
- Eva Green
- Pascal Greggory
- Robin Renucci
- Patrick Toomey
- Mathieu Carrière
- Philippe Lemaire
- Jessica Boyde
- Aurélien Wiik
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- France Channel Amazon Channel
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Arsène Lupin about?
- A dashing Belle Époque thief is swept into a dangerous romance and a race for France’s lost royal treasure.
- What is Arsène Lupin like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Arsène Lupin as brisk, its intensity as strong and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Arsène Lupin violent?
- Somewhat. Ember rates the violence in Arsène Lupin as moderate.
- What did critics think of Arsène Lupin?
- Critics broadly found the film entertaining and visually accomplished as a period adventure, while noting that its plot can be unclear and its lead performance uneven.
- Which films are like Arsène Lupin?
- Films with a similar feel include The Man in the Iron Mask, The Count of Monte Cristo, and The Thomas Crown Affair.
- How long is Arsène Lupin?
- Arsène Lupin runs 131 minutes.
- Where can I watch Arsène Lupin?
- In United States, Arsène Lupin streams on France Channel Amazon Channel.
