The Comeback (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1978, The Comeback is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Pete Walker, running about 100 minutes. “Millions loved him, could someone hate him enough to kill and kill again?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A singer holes up at a sinister estate to write new songs for his act. His ex-wife is brutally murdered, and the killer may be stalking him next.
Who’s in it. The Comeback stars Jack Jones as Nick Cooper, Pamela Stephenson as Linda Everett, David Doyle as Webster Jones and Richard Johnson as Psychiatrist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Comeback has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Comeback page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Comeback tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Comeback (1978)?
- In US, The Comeback is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Comeback worth watching?
- The Comeback holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Comeback?
- The Comeback stars Jack Jones, Pamela Stephenson, David Doyle, Richard Johnson and Holly Palance.
- When was The Comeback released?
- The Comeback was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.