Duel (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1971, Duel is an action, thriller and tv movie film directed by Steven Spielberg, running about 89 minutes. “The most bizarre murder weapon ever used!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Traveling businessman David Mann angers the driver of a rusty tanker while crossing the California desert. A simple trip turns deadly, as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.
Who’s in it. Duel stars Dennis Weaver as David Mann, Jacqueline Scott as Mrs. Mann, Eddie Firestone as Cafe Owner and Lou Frizzell as Bus Driver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Duel has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can 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 Duel page.
If you liked it. Fans of Duel 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 Duel (1971)?
- In US, Duel is available to 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 Duel worth watching?
- Duel holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Duel?
- Duel stars Dennis Weaver, Jacqueline Scott, Eddie Firestone, Lou Frizzell and Gene Dynarski.
- When was Duel released?
- Duel was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.