Mirage (1965): cast, story & where to watch

1965 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1965, Mirage is a thriller and mystery film directed by Edward Dmytryk, running about 108 minutes. “Run... right into her arms!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. New York City. David Stillwell struggles to recover his memory before the people who are trying to kill him succeed. Who is he, who are they, and why is he surrounded by murder?

Who’s in it. Mirage stars Gregory Peck as David Stillwell, Diane Baker as Shela, Walter Matthau as Ted Caselle and Kevin McCarthy as Sylvester Josephson, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Mirage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mirage page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mirage tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mirage (1965)?
In US, Mirage is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Mirage worth watching?
Mirage holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Mirage?
Mirage stars Gregory Peck, Diane Baker, Walter Matthau, Kevin McCarthy and Jack Weston.
When was Mirage released?
Mirage was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.