How long is Papillon (1973)?

Papillon (1973) is 2 hr 30 min long.

Who is Henri "Papillon" Charriere in Papillon (1973)?

Steve McQueen plays Henri "Papillon" Charriere in the film.

What is Papillon (1973) about?

Convicted murderer Henri Charriere (Steve McQueen), known as "Papillon" for his butterfly chest tattoo, is transported to French Guiana to serve his sentence in a work camp. Determined to escape, Papillon forms an unlikely relationship with the frail but notorious forger Louis Dega (Dustin Hoffman), who reluctantly joins in the attempt. Despite the harshness of solitary confinement, brutal conditions and constant threats of betrayal, Papillon leads a desperate escape off the island.

Papillon (1973)

Name: Papillon (1973)
Genre: Suspense/Thriller
Released: 1973-12-16
Duration: 150
Rating: 90

PG 2 hr 30 min

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How long is Papillon (1973)?: Papillon (1973) is 2 hr 30 min long.

Who directed Papillon (1973)?: Franklin J. Schaffner

Who is Henri "Papillon" Charriere in Papillon (1973)?: Steve McQueen plays Henri "Papillon" Charriere in the film.

What is Papillon (1973) about?: Convicted murderer Henri Charriere (Steve McQueen), known as "Papillon" for his butterfly chest tattoo, is transported to French Guiana to serve his sentence in a work camp. Determined to escape, Papillon forms an unlikely relationship with the frail but notorious forger Louis Dega (Dustin Hoffman), who reluctantly joins in the attempt. Despite the harshness of solitary confinement, brutal conditions and constant threats of betrayal, Papillon leads a desperate escape off the island.