Steptoe and Son Ride Again (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1973, Steptoe and Son Ride Again is a comedy and drama film directed by Peter Sykes, running about 99 minutes. “The old man didn't die laughing, but you will.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Albert Steptoe and his son Harold are rag-and-bone men, complete with horse and cart to tour the neighbourhood. They also live amicably together at the junk yard. Always on the lookout for ways to improve his lot, Harold invests his father's life savings in a greyhound who is almost blind and can't see the hare. When the dog loses a race and Harold has to pay off the debt, he comes up with another bright idea. Collect his father's life insurance. To do this his father must pretend to be dead.
Who’s in it. Steptoe and Son Ride Again stars Wilfrid Brambell as Steptoe / Albert, Harry H. Corbett as Son / Harold, Diana Dors as Woman in Flat and Bill Maynard as George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Steptoe and Son Ride Again has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Steptoe and Son Ride Again page.
If you liked it. Fans of Steptoe and Son Ride Again tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Steptoe and Son Ride Again (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Steptoe and Son Ride Again change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Steptoe and Son Ride Again worth watching?
- Steptoe and Son Ride Again holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Steptoe and Son Ride Again?
- Steptoe and Son Ride Again stars Wilfrid Brambell, Harry H. Corbett, Diana Dors, Bill Maynard and Milo O'Shea.
- When was Steptoe and Son Ride Again released?
- Steptoe and Son Ride Again was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.