Prime Cut (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1972, Prime Cut is an action, drama and crime film directed by Michael Ritchie, running about 84 minutes. “Any way they slice it, it’s going to be murder” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of ruthless Chicago mob enforcers are sent to Kansas City to settle things with the owner of a slaughterhouse who has taken money that is not his to keep.
Who’s in it. Prime Cut stars Lee Marvin as Nick Devlin, Gene Hackman as Mary Ann, Angel Tompkins as Clarabelle and Gregory Walcott as Weenie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Prime Cut has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Prime Cut page.
If you liked it. Fans of Prime Cut 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 Prime Cut (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Prime Cut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Prime Cut worth watching?
- Prime Cut holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Prime Cut?
- Prime Cut stars Lee Marvin, Gene Hackman, Angel Tompkins, Gregory Walcott and Sissy Spacek.
- When was Prime Cut released?
- Prime Cut was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.