Mack the Knife (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1989, Mack the Knife is a comedy, crime, romance and music film directed by Menahem Golan, running about 118 minutes. “Smooth. Sharp. Deadly.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the 19th century London, a young girl falls for a famous womanizing criminal and they decide to get married. Her family strongly disapproves so her father "the king of thieves" gets the gangster arrested.
Who’s in it. Mack the Knife stars Raúl Juliá as MacHeath, Richard Harris as Mr. Peachum, Roger Daltrey as Street Singer and Mark Northover as Jimmy Jewels, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Mack the Knife 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 Mack the Knife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mack the Knife tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mack the Knife (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mack the Knife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mack the Knife worth watching?
- Mack the Knife holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mack the Knife?
- Mack the Knife stars Raúl Juliá, Richard Harris, Roger Daltrey, Mark Northover and Julia Migenes.
- When was Mack the Knife released?
- Mack the Knife was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.