Philippe Petit
Philippe Petit (born 13 August 1949) is a French high-wire artist who gained fame for his high-wire walk between the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, New York, on 7 August 1974. For his feat (that he referred to as “le coup”), he used a 450-pound (200-kilogram) cable and a custom-made 26-foot (8-metre) long, 55-pound (25-kilogram) balancing pole.
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Philippe Petit Movies
Discover the best Philippe Petit movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Philippe Petit ranked by year and score.
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Marty Supreme (2025)
Drama
Marty Mauser wants something badly enough to wreck everything else in his life trying to get it. Nobody around him thinks the ambition is worth the cost, and honestly, watching...
Score
7.4
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Man on Wire (2008)
Documentary
In 1974, a French tightrope walker executed one of history's most audacious stunts, stringing a wire between the Twin Towers and walking across it illegally, 1,350 feet above Manhattan. This...
Score
7.4
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest-rated movies starring Philippe Petit?
According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Philippe Petit are Marty Supreme and Man on Wire.
How many movies and TV shows has Philippe Petit starred in?
Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring Philippe Petit, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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Yes! The overall filmography starring Philippe Petit maintains a strong average user rating of 7.4 out of 10 across all tracked titles.