Callan (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1974, Callan is a thriller film directed by Don Sharp, running about 106 minutes. “Callan... doesn't make friends - and all his enemies are dead!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David Callan, secret agent, is called back to the service after his retirement, to handle the assasination of a german businessman, but Callan refuses to co-operate until he finds out why this man is marked for death.
Who’s in it. Callan stars Edward Woodward as David Callan, Eric Porter as Hunter, Carl Möhner as Schneider and Catherine Schell as Jenny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Callan has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Callan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Callan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Callan (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Callan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Callan worth watching?
- Callan holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Callan?
- Callan stars Edward Woodward, Eric Porter, Carl Möhner, Catherine Schell and Peter Egan.
- When was Callan released?
- Callan was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.