The Love War (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 6.5

The Love War poster

Released in 1970, The Love War is a science fiction and tv movie film directed by George McCowan, running about 74 minutes.

What it’s about. Two different alien races are at war. Representatives of each race have landed on Earth to battle it out here, but they've taken human form and they can only spot other aliens through the use of special glasses.

Who’s in it. The Love War stars Lloyd Bridges as Kyle, Angie Dickinson as Sandy, Harry Basch as Bal and Daniel J. Travanti as Ted, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Love War has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Love War page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Love War tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Love War (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Love War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Love War worth watching?
The Love War holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Love War?
The Love War stars Lloyd Bridges, Angie Dickinson, Harry Basch, Daniel J. Travanti and Allen Jaffe.
When was The Love War released?
The Love War was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.