Players (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1979, Players is a drama and romance film directed by Anthony Harvey, running about 120 minutes.
What it’s about. A rising tennis star falls for an older woman engaged with a wealthy man she doesn't love.
Who’s in it. Players stars Ali MacGraw as Nicole, Maximilian Schell as Marco, Steve Guttenberg as Rusty and Dean Paul Martin as Chris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Players has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Players page.
If you liked it. Fans of Players tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Players (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Players change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Players worth watching?
- Players holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Players?
- Players stars Ali MacGraw, Maximilian Schell, Steve Guttenberg, Dean Paul Martin and Pancho González.
- When was Players released?
- Players was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.