Checkpoint (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1956, Checkpoint is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Ralph Thomas, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Stanley Baker's O'Donovan is sent to steal the plans of a rival company's racing car designs, to ensure his employers win the competition. However, when opening a safe containing the plans, he triggers an alarm leading to a gun battle where he kills a number of people. James Robertson Justice, alarmed by the scandal surrounding the killings, orders his agent be killed surreptitiously to hide his involvement with the plot. The film uses original footage from the Mille Miglia , an Italian open-road endurance race, featuring classic period racing cars.
Who’s in it. Checkpoint stars Anthony Steel as Bill Fraser, Odile Versois as Francesca, Stanley Baker as O'Donovan and James Robertson Justice as Warren Ingram, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Checkpoint has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Checkpoint page.
If you liked it. Fans of Checkpoint tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Checkpoint (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Checkpoint change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Checkpoint worth watching?
- Checkpoint holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Checkpoint?
- Checkpoint stars Anthony Steel, Odile Versois, Stanley Baker, James Robertson Justice and Maurice Denham.
- When was Checkpoint released?
- Checkpoint was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.