The Double McGuffin (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1979, The Double McGuffin is a mystery film directed by Joe Camp, running about 101 minutes. “It’s all about getting away with murder!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Some school kids stumble across a briefcase full of money, when they go back for it, they find a body instead. When they bring the police, neither is there, and the police refuses to believe them. Later they discover both were part of an assassination plot. Now they have to figure out how to stop the plot and put the bad guys in jail.
Who’s in it. The Double McGuffin stars Ernest Borgnine as Firat, George Kennedy as Chief Talasek, Elke Sommer as Prime Minister Kura and Lisa Whelchel as Jody, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Double McGuffin 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 Double McGuffin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Double McGuffin tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Double McGuffin (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Double McGuffin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Double McGuffin worth watching?
- The Double McGuffin holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Double McGuffin?
- The Double McGuffin stars Ernest Borgnine, George Kennedy, Elke Sommer, Lisa Whelchel and Michael Gerard.
- When was The Double McGuffin released?
- The Double McGuffin was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.