Pound (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1970, Pound is a comedy film directed by Robert Downey Sr., running about 92 minutes. “Some of your best friends...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a pound, 18 dogs wait to be adopted.
Who’s in it. Pound stars Joe Madden as Colonel, James Green as Honky Killer, Mariclare Costello as Honky Killer's Wife and L. Errol Jaye as Police Chief, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Pound has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pound page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pound tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pound (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pound change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pound worth watching?
- Pound holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pound?
- Pound stars Joe Madden, James Green, Mariclare Costello, L. Errol Jaye and Carolyn Cardwell.
- When was Pound released?
- Pound was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.