Deadly Encounter (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1982, Deadly Encounter is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by William A. Graham, running about 95 minutes. “LARRY HAGMAN...takes on "the mob" in a race to find a hidden multi-million dollar fortune in...Deadly Encounter” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A veteran pilot finds himself knee-deep in trouble when his ex-girlfriend shows up at his doorstep in a terrible state. She knows the whereabouts of an immense fortune, and the Mafia is hot on her trail.
Who’s in it. Deadly Encounter stars Larry Hagman as Sam Hooten, Susan Anspach as Chris, James Gammon as Frank Kitchens and Michael C. Gwynne as John Servasco, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Deadly Encounter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Deadly Encounter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Deadly Encounter 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 Deadly Encounter (1982)?
- In US, Deadly Encounter is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Deadly Encounter worth watching?
- Deadly Encounter holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Deadly Encounter?
- Deadly Encounter stars Larry Hagman, Susan Anspach, James Gammon, Michael C. Gwynne and José Chávez.
- When was Deadly Encounter released?
- Deadly Encounter was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.