The Blue Knight (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1973, The Blue Knight is an action, drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Robert Butler, running about 188 minutes.
What it’s about. Bumper Morgan is a veteran Los Angeles Police Department street cop. He is due to retire after 20 years on the job, but is not letting up on the criminal element on his beat.
Who’s in it. The Blue Knight stars William Holden as Bumper Morgan, Lee Remick as Cassie Walters, Joe Santos as Sergeant Cruz Segovia and Sam Elliott as Detective Charlie Bronski, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Blue Knight 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 The Blue Knight page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Blue Knight 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 Blue Knight (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Blue Knight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Blue Knight worth watching?
- The Blue Knight holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Blue Knight?
- The Blue Knight stars William Holden, Lee Remick, Joe Santos, Sam Elliott and Eileen Brennan.
- When was The Blue Knight released?
- The Blue Knight was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 188 minutes.