The Domino Principle (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1977, The Domino Principle is a thriller and drama film directed by Stanley Kramer, running about 98 minutes. “Trust no one. No one.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Roy Tucker, a Vietnam war veteran with excellent shooting skills, is serving a long prison sentence when a mysterious visitor promises him that he will be released if he agrees to carry out a dangerous assignment.
Who’s in it. The Domino Principle stars Gene Hackman as Tucker, Candice Bergen as Ellie, Richard Widmark as Tagge and Mickey Rooney as Spiventa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Domino Principle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Domino Principle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Domino Principle tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Domino Principle (1977)?
- In US, The Domino Principle is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Domino Principle worth watching?
- The Domino Principle holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Domino Principle?
- The Domino Principle stars Gene Hackman, Candice Bergen, Richard Widmark, Mickey Rooney and Edward Albert.
- When was The Domino Principle released?
- The Domino Principle was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.