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The Prey 2011

★ 6.5221 votes102 min📅 2011-04-12

In Eric Valette's gripping 2011 action-thriller *The Prey*, a desperate robber claws his way out of prison with one mission: to confront his former cellmate—a chilling serial killer who's framing him for a string of brutal murders.

Director: Eric Valette

Cast

Albert Dupontel
Albert Dupontel
Franck Adrien
Alice Taglioni
Alice Taglioni
Claire Linné
Stéphane Debac
Stéphane Debac
Jean-Louis Maurel
Natacha Régnier
Natacha Régnier
Christine Maurel
Sergi López
Sergi López
Manuel Carrega
Caterina Murino
Caterina Murino
Anna Adrien
Olivier Schneider
Olivier Schneider
Novik
Zinedine Soualem
Zinedine Soualem
Lucciani
Serge Hazanavicius
Serge Hazanavicius
Lafay
Jean-Marie Winling
Jean-Marie Winling
Pascaud

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Prey (2011) about?

A recently escaped convict hunts his former cellmate—a serial killer setting him up for murder—while a cop relentlessly pursues him as the city's most wanted fugitive. As the chase intensifies, trust erodes, and the line between hunter and prey vanishes entirely.

Who directed The Prey?

French director Eric Valette helmed *The Prey (2011)*, known for his work in high-tension thrillers blending crime and psychological drama.

Who stars in The Prey?

The cast features Albert Dupontel as the escaped convict, Alice Taglioni as the determined cop, Stéphane Debac, Natacha Régnier, and Sergi López in pivotal roles.

Is The Prey (2011) worth watching?

With its razor-sharp tension and dual performances by Dupontel and Taglioni, *The Prey* is a solid pick for fans of crime thrillers who enjoy morally complex narratives. While not flawless, its pacing and atmosphere make it an engrossing watch for genre enthusiasts.

How long is The Prey?

The film runs for 102 minutes, delivering a tight, high-octane experience.

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The Prey (2011) — A Gritty Thriller of Survival and Betrayal

In Eric Valette's gripping 2011 action-thriller *The Prey*, a desperate robber claws his way out of prison with one mission: to confront his former cellmate—a chilling serial killer who's framing him for a string of brutal murders. As the fugitive races against time, an unrelenting cop relentlessly pursues him, turning their cat-and-mouse chase into a psychological battle where the lines between hunter and prey blur dangerously. Set against a tense, rain-soaked urban backdrop, the film dives deep into themes of guilt, survival, and the blurred morality of justice.

The atmosphere crackles with high-stakes tension as alliances shift and betrayals unfold, leaving both protagonist and antagonist trapped in a deadly spiral. With Albert Dupontel delivering a standout performance as the determined fugitive and Alice Taglioni as the determined cop, *The Prey (2011)* delivers a tightly wound thriller where every move could be the last.