The Last Word (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1979, The Last Word is a comedy film directed by Roy Boulting, running about 103 minutes. “If you step on Danny Travis...you better use both feet.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When politicians try to force out a renter in a corrupt real-estate deal, the man decides to take matters into his own hands. He takes a police officer hostage, hoping to expose the scam and save his home.
Who’s in it. The Last Word stars Richard Harris as Danny Travis, Karen Black as Paula Herbert, Martin Landau as Captain Garrity and Dennis Christopher as Ben Travis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Last Word has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Word page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Last Word tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Word (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Word change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Last Word worth watching?
- The Last Word holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Word?
- The Last Word stars Richard Harris, Karen Black, Martin Landau, Dennis Christopher and Biff McGuire.
- When was The Last Word released?
- The Last Word was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.