The Specialist (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1975, The Specialist is an action and thriller film directed by Howard Avedis, running about 93 minutes. “Every BODY has its price!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jerry Bounds, an upright lawyer, must stand up against Pike Smith and his the water company's efforts to exploit a local lake.
Who’s in it. The Specialist stars Adam West as Jerry Bounds, John Anderson as Pike Smith, Ahna Capri as Londa Wyeth and Harvey Jason as Hardin Smith, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Specialist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Specialist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Specialist 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 The Specialist (1975)?
- In US, The Specialist is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Specialist worth watching?
- The Specialist holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Specialist?
- The Specialist stars Adam West, John Anderson, Ahna Capri, Harvey Jason and Alvy Moore.
- When was The Specialist released?
- The Specialist was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.