McVicar (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1980, McVicar is a drama and crime film directed by Tom Clegg, running about 112 minutes. “Sentenced to 23 years-and he won't accept one day of it” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. John McVicar was a London Bad Boy. he graduated to armed bank robbery and was Britain's "Public Enemy No. 1". He was captured and put into a high security prison. Will even the highest security prison be able to hold him? This is the true story of his life, his criminal exploits and his eventual rehabilitation.
Who’s in it. McVicar stars Roger Daltrey as John McVicar, Adam Faith as Walter Probyn, Cheryl Campbell as Sheila McVicar and Billy Murray as Joey Davis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, McVicar 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 McVicar page.
If you liked it. Fans of McVicar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch McVicar (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for McVicar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is McVicar worth watching?
- McVicar holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in McVicar?
- McVicar stars Roger Daltrey, Adam Faith, Cheryl Campbell, Billy Murray and Georgina Hale.
- When was McVicar released?
- McVicar was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.