Nikita

Nikita

She murders. So she can live.

R 1990 · 117 min · ★ 7.1 (2K) · Action, Thriller

A beautiful felon, sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a policeman, is given a second chance – as a secret political assassin controlled by the government.

Directed by Luc Besson · Written by Luc Besson

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Anne Parillaud Nikita
Jean-Hugues Anglade Marco
Tchéky Karyo Bob
Jean Reno Victor, the Cleaner
Marc Duret Rico
Jeanne Moreau Armande
Patrick Fontana Coyotte
Roland Blanche Interrogation Cop
Jacques Boudet The Pharmacist
Jean Bouise The Embassy Attaché
Philippe du Janerand The Ambassador / Jules, his double
Alain Lathière Zap

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