Rivals (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1972, Rivals is a drama film directed by Krishna Shah, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Scott Jacoby, as a boy with an unhealthy and pathological attachment to his divorced mother, becomes increasingly jealous of the new man in his mother's life (Robert Klein). After his mother remarries, his rage and misery overwhelm him and he plots to kill his stepfather.
Who’s in it. Rivals stars Joan Hackett as Christine, Robert Klein as Peter, Scott Jacoby as Jamie and Jeanne Tanzy as Mary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Rivals has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rivals page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rivals tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rivals (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rivals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rivals worth watching?
- Rivals holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rivals?
- Rivals stars Joan Hackett, Robert Klein, Scott Jacoby, Jeanne Tanzy and Glen Hayes.
- When was Rivals released?
- Rivals was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.