The Chase (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1966, The Chase is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Arthur Penn, running about 135 minutes. “A breathless explosive story of today!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The escape of Bubber Reeves from prison affects the inhabitants of a small Southern town.
Who’s in it. The Chase stars Marlon Brando as Sheriff Calder, Jane Fonda as Anna Reeves, Robert Redford as Charlie 'Bubber' Reeves and E.G. Marshall as Val Rogers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Chase has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $2.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel 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 Chase page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chase tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chase (1966)?
- In US, The Chase is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, 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 Chase worth watching?
- The Chase holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Chase?
- The Chase stars Marlon Brando, Jane Fonda, Robert Redford, E.G. Marshall and Angie Dickinson.
- When was The Chase released?
- The Chase was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.