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Léon: The Professional (1994)

Léon: The Professional (1994) Review

Luc Besson's Léon: The Professional (1994) remains a defining Crime landmark from France, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.

★★★★½ 4.5/5

Verdict

Strongly recommended — holds up for new and returning viewers.

Is Léon: The Professional worth watching?

Yes — Léon: The Professional is worth watching, with a 87/100 Celluloid Editorial Rating and 89% Audience Snapshot on Celluloid. It earns a 83% Celluloid Score from Celluloid editorial, Metascore (81), Letterboxd (4/5), and IMDb (8.5/10).

Directed by Luc Besson, Léon: The Professional runs 111 minutes in French. On Celluloid we index it for “Léon: The Professional review”, “is Léon: The Professional worth watching”, and related discovery queries from France.

What is Léon: The Professional about?

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.

Celluloid verdict: IMDb Top 250 #44 (8.5/10) — Léon: The Professional remains one of the most highly rated films of all time. The film stars Jean Reno, Natalie Portman, Gary Oldman, Danny Aiello, Peter Appel, and others.

Should you watch Léon: The Professional tonight?

Yes — prioritize Léon: The Professional tonight if you want a proven crime with lasting rewatch value. At 111 minutes, it fits a single sitting — and the transparent input breakdown on the movie page shows where the available inputs agree.

Where can I watch Léon: The Professional?

Streaming availability varies by region — check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and local OTT platforms, or theatrical revivals. Léon: The Professional (1994) is indexed on CelluloidScore.com with cast, scores, and IMDb tt0110413. Explore more from France on our country hub or browse crime films.

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Where to watch Léon: The Professional

Streaming: Sundance Now

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

By region: Sundance Now in the United States; StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom; Prime Video in India; Netflix in South Korea

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Quick Answer: Where can I watch Léon: The Professional?

Streaming: Sundance Now. Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home. Regional notes: Sundance Now in the United States; StudioCanal Presents in the United Kingdom; Prime Video in India; Netflix in South Korea.