The Glove (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1979, The Glove is an action and thriller film directed by Ross Hagen, running about 92 minutes. “A crazed, sadistic killer stalks the streets of a city gripped by terror...a gory trail of battered bodies leads to that last horrifying climax.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In this actioner, a bounty hunter is assigned to bring back an enormous and angry ex-convict who wears a deadly glove made of leather and steel. Rock'em sock'em mayhem ensues.
Who’s in it. The Glove stars John Saxon as Sam Kellog, Rosey Grier as Victor Hale, Joanna Cassidy as Sheila Michaels and Joan Blondell as Mrs. Fitzgerald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Glove has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Glove page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Glove 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 Glove (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Glove change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Glove worth watching?
- The Glove holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Glove?
- The Glove stars John Saxon, Rosey Grier, Joanna Cassidy, Joan Blondell and Jack Carter.
- When was The Glove released?
- The Glove was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.