The Split (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.9

Released in 1968, The Split is an action and crime film directed by Gordon Flemyng, running about 91 minutes. “No wonder they're happy. They just stole a half-million dollars in front of a hundred-thousand witnesses... But watch what happens when it's time for The Split!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of thieves attempt a daring robbery of a football stadium.
Who’s in it. The Split stars Jim Brown as McClain, Diahann Carroll as Ellen "Ellie" Kennedy, Ernest Borgnine as Bert Clinger and Julie Harris as Gladys, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Split has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Split page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Split 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 Split (1968)?
- In US, The Split is available to stream on Philo, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Split worth watching?
- The Split holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Split?
- The Split stars Jim Brown, Diahann Carroll, Ernest Borgnine, Julie Harris and Gene Hackman.
- When was The Split released?
- The Split was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.
