Bloodline (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 4.7

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Released in 1979, Bloodline is a thriller and crime film directed by Terence Young, running about 116 minutes. “The line between love and death is the bloodline.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When her father is murdered, a cosmetics heiress becomes the next target of an unknown killer amid the international jet set.

Who’s in it. Bloodline stars Audrey Hepburn as Elizabeth Roffe, Ben Gazzara as Rhys Williams, James Mason as Sir Alec Nichols and Romy Schneider as Helene Martin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Bloodline has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $8.2M at the box office.

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 Bloodline page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bloodline (1979)?
In US, Bloodline 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 Bloodline worth watching?
Bloodline holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bloodline?
Bloodline stars Audrey Hepburn, Ben Gazzara, James Mason, Romy Schneider and Irene Papas.
When was Bloodline released?
Bloodline was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.