Gas (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1981, Gas is a comedy film directed by Les Rose, running about 94 minutes. “The comedy that pumps the fun into summer.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Susan Anspach stars in this comedy as a news reporter who investigates a story about stolen milk causing milk and gas prices to rise. During the course of her investigation, other people become involved, culminating in a multiple car chase.
Who’s in it. Gas stars Susan Anspach as Jane Beardsley, Howie Mandel as Matt Lloyd, Sterling Hayden as Duke Stuyvesant and Donald Sutherland as Nick the Noz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Gas has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gas tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gas (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gas worth watching?
- Gas holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gas?
- Gas stars Susan Anspach, Howie Mandel, Sterling Hayden, Donald Sutherland and Helen Shaver.
- When was Gas released?
- Gas was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.