The Sweet Ride (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1968, The Sweet Ride is a drama film directed by Harvey Hart, running about 110 minutes. “The Cycles... The Surf... And The Swingers That Make It All Go!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. AA tennis bum (Tony Franciosa) and his Malibu Beach buddies hang out with a TV actress (Jacqueline Bisset) headed for trouble.
Who’s in it. The Sweet Ride stars Michael Sarrazin as Denny McGuire, Jacqueline Bisset as Vickie Cartwright, Anthony Franciosa as Collie Ransom and Bob Denver as Choo-Choo Burns, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Sweet Ride has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sweet Ride page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sweet Ride tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sweet Ride (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sweet Ride change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sweet Ride worth watching?
- The Sweet Ride holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sweet Ride?
- The Sweet Ride stars Michael Sarrazin, Jacqueline Bisset, Anthony Franciosa, Bob Denver and Michele Carey.
- When was The Sweet Ride released?
- The Sweet Ride was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.