The Magnificent One

1h 35m · 1973 · Directed by Philippe de Broca · 3.6 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Magnificent One (1973) runs 1h 35m, directed by Philippe de Broca. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

A writer of pulpy book series in which he's the hero and his beautiful English roommate is the love interest attempts to finish his new book in time at the publisher's demand.

Genres: Comedy, Romance, Action, Adventure

Where to watch: Prime Video (US, checked 9 July 2026)