The Gift (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, The Gift is a drama and tv movie film directed by Don Taylor, running about 100 minutes. “Three Days of Passion and Conflict That Will Change His Life Forever” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A sailor on Christmas leave visits his boozing, one-legged father and dreamer mother in 1950s Brooklyn.
Who’s in it. The Gift stars Glenn Ford as Billy Devlin, Julie Harris as Anne Devlin, Gary Frank as Pete Devlin and Allison Argo as Kathleen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gift page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gift tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gift (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gift change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Gift?
- The Gift stars Glenn Ford, Julie Harris, Gary Frank, Allison Argo and Kevin Bacon.
- When was The Gift released?
- The Gift was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.