Léon: The Professional poster
Screenplay Luc Besson
Director Luc Besson

Léon: The Professional

Tagline: If you want the job done right, hire a professional.

Release Date: 1994-09-14

Duration: 111 minutes

Synopsis

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.

Casting

  • Gary Oldman
    Norman Stansfield
  • Natalie Portman
    Mathilda Lando
  • Jean Reno
    Léon Montana
  • Danny Aiello
    Tony
  • Ellen Greene
    Mathilda's Mother
  • Robert LaSardo
    Client #1
  • Samy Naceri
    Swat 1
  • Jessie Keosian
    Old Lady
  • Carl J. Matusovich
    Mathilda's Brother
  • Michael Badalucco
    Mathilda's Father