Short Walk to Daylight (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1972, Short Walk to Daylight is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Barry Shear, running about 73 minutes. “A subway ride. A sudden earthquake. And now, disaster and death stand between seven strangers and a...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eight people have to find their way out of a New York subway after being trapped following an earthquake.
Who’s in it. Short Walk to Daylight stars James Brolin as Tom Phelan, Don Mitchell as Alvin, James McEachin as Ed and Abbey Lincoln as Dorella, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Short Walk to Daylight 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 Short Walk to Daylight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Short Walk to Daylight tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Short Walk to Daylight (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Short Walk to Daylight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Short Walk to Daylight worth watching?
- Short Walk to Daylight holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Short Walk to Daylight?
- Short Walk to Daylight stars James Brolin, Don Mitchell, James McEachin, Abbey Lincoln and Brooke Bundy.
- When was Short Walk to Daylight released?
- Short Walk to Daylight was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.