The Getaway (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1972, The Getaway is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Sam Peckinpah, running about 123 minutes. “It takes two to make it … The big two.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A recently released ex-convict and his loyal wife go on the run after a heist goes wrong.
Who’s in it. The Getaway stars Steve McQueen as Doc McCoy, Ali MacGraw as Carol McCoy, Ben Johnson as Jack Beynon and Al Lettieri as Rudy Butler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Getaway has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $36.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Getaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Getaway tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Getaway (1972)?
- In US, The Getaway is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Getaway worth watching?
- The Getaway holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Getaway?
- The Getaway stars Steve McQueen, Ali MacGraw, Ben Johnson, Al Lettieri and Sally Struthers.
- When was The Getaway released?
- The Getaway was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.