Movie

The Driver

“To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law.”

★ 7.2(510)19781h 31m

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Good to know

Director: Walter Hill
Release date: 1978-06-08
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Box office: $4,900,000
Budget: $4,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: 20th Century Fox

The Driver — trailer

About The Driver

The Driver is a 1978 movie in the Crime, Thriller and Action genres, directed by Walter Hill, starring Ryan O'Neal, Bruce Dern and Isabelle Adjani. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 510 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Driver in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.

Cast

Ryan O'Neal

The Driver

Bruce Dern

The Detective

Isabelle Adjani

The Player

Ronee Blakley

The Connection

Matt Clark

Red Plainclothesman

Felice Orlandi

Gold Plainclothesman

Joseph Walsh

Glasses

Rudy Ramos

Teeth

Denny Macko

Exchange Man

Frank Bruno

The Kid

Will Walker

Fingers

Sandy Brown Wyeth

Split

Themes & keywords

robberycard gamecasinogamblingdetectiveanti herowitnessheistbag of moneylos angeles, californiacriminalgetaway driverset upneo-noirtrain station

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Driver in Mexico?+

The Driver is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Driver on Netflix?+

The Driver is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Driver?+

The Driver has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in The Driver?+

The Driver stars Ryan O'Neal, Bruce Dern, Isabelle Adjani, Ronee Blakley and Matt Clark.

When did The Driver come out?+

The Driver is a 1978 movie directed by Walter Hill.

What genre is The Driver?+

The Driver is Crime, Thriller and Action film.

Who directed The Driver?+

The Driver was directed by Walter Hill.