San Francisco International (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 3.4

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Released in 1970, San Francisco International is a drama and tv movie film directed by John Llewellyn Moxey, running about 96 minutes. “Jet Packed Drama at a Giant Air Terminal!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. This pilot for the TV series stars Pernell Roberts as Jim Conrad, who runs an airport, much to the chagrin of his boss, "his way." In this, two plots run - a kid whose parents are splitting up decides to take off in a little red prop plane (and Conrad talks him down), and thieves played by the handsome Tab Hunter and his truly ugly sidekicks try to steal a money shipment. Roberts was replaced by Lloyd Bridges when the show went to series.

Who’s in it. San Francisco International stars Pernell Roberts as Jim Conrad, Clu Gulager as Bob Hatten, Beth Brickell as Katie Barrett and Beth Brickell as Katie Barrett, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.4/10, San Francisco International has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch San Francisco International page.

If you liked it. Fans of San Francisco International tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch San Francisco International (1970)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for San Francisco International change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is San Francisco International worth watching?
San Francisco International holds an audience score of 3.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in San Francisco International?
San Francisco International stars Pernell Roberts, Clu Gulager, Beth Brickell, Beth Brickell and Van Johnson.
When was San Francisco International released?
San Francisco International was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.