Split (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1974, Split is a drama and science fiction film directed by Roger Lambert, running about 54 minutes. “A boy entranced.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When his father runs off and his mother hooks up with a mustachioed new beau, eleven-year-old Mark becomes convinced that an uninvited talkative space alien, going by the name "Split," has taken up telepathic residence in his mind, and is leading him to question the norms of planet Earth. Only one teacher is willing to entertain the possibility that Mark just might be telling the truth.
Who’s in it. Split stars Mark Draisey as Mark, Steve Reader as David Browning, Madeline Aitken as Mother and Harry Dickinson as Uncle Barry, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Split has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Split page.
If you liked it. Fans of Split tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Split (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Split change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Split worth watching?
- Split holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Split?
- Split stars Mark Draisey, Steve Reader, Madeline Aitken, Harry Dickinson and Ron Creber.
- When was Split released?
- Split was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.