Three Tough Guys (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.6

Released in 1974, Three Tough Guys is an action and crime film directed by Duccio Tessari, running about 92 minutes. “The Black Moses, The Hammer, and The Preacher Man. They've got their own kind of mean game.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Isaac Hayes plays as Lee in his feature film debut, as Father Charlie and himself solve a bank robbery mystery that stretches across the city. After Lee is removed from the force due to $1,000,000 being stolen from the bank Father Charlie helps him to gain revenge for the loss of one of his friends.
Who’s in it. Three Tough Guys stars Lino Ventura as Father Charlie, Isaac Hayes as Lee, Fred Williamson as Joe Snake and Paula Kelly as Fay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Three Tough Guys 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 Three Tough Guys page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Tough Guys 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 Three Tough Guys (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Three Tough Guys change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Three Tough Guys worth watching?
- Three Tough Guys holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Three Tough Guys?
- Three Tough Guys stars Lino Ventura, Isaac Hayes, Fred Williamson, Paula Kelly and William Berger.
- When was Three Tough Guys released?
- Three Tough Guys was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.
