Pray for the Wildcats (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 6.4

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Released in 1974, Pray for the Wildcats is an action, thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Michael Lewis, running about 100 minutes. “They're off on a wild motorcycle trip into hell... a bully... a coward... a survivor... and a man who faces his own death and finds a courage he never knew he had.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Three ad agency executives are pressured into taking a motorbike trip to Baja by a big-ticket client. Along the way, the client is spurned by a young woman whose boyfriend sticks up for her. The client later disables their van, leading to their deaths in the desert. When the executives piece together what has happened, it leads to a showdown.

Who’s in it. Pray for the Wildcats stars Andy Griffith as Sam Farragut, William Shatner as Warren Summerfield, Robert Reed as Paul McIlvain and Marjoe Gortner as Terry Maxon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Pray for the Wildcats 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 Pray for the Wildcats page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pray for the Wildcats 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 Pray for the Wildcats (1974)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pray for the Wildcats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pray for the Wildcats worth watching?
Pray for the Wildcats holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pray for the Wildcats?
Pray for the Wildcats stars Andy Griffith, William Shatner, Robert Reed, Marjoe Gortner and Angie Dickinson.
When was Pray for the Wildcats released?
Pray for the Wildcats was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.