Control (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1987, Control is a thriller and drama film directed by Giuliano Montaldo, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. An experiment of psychological effects under stressful conditions in a shelter. When fifteen strangers are put into a nuclear shelter to see how long they can survive without interaction with the outside, things work out fine.
Who’s in it. Control stars Ben Gazzara as Mike Zella, Kate Nelligan as Sarah Howell, Kate Reid as Camille Dupont and Burt Lancaster as Dr. Herbert Monroe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Control 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 Control page.
If you liked it. Fans of Control tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Control (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Control change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Control worth watching?
- Control holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Control?
- Control stars Ben Gazzara, Kate Nelligan, Kate Reid, Burt Lancaster and Erland Josephson.
- When was Control released?
- Control was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.