Blade (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1973, Blade is a thriller and mystery film directed by Ernest Pintoff, running about 79 minutes. “A Psycho-Karate Killer Brutalizes His Victims And Your Emotions!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A homicide detective goes after a woman-hating serial killer, who uses knives to murder his victims.
Who’s in it. Blade stars John Marley as Tommy Blade, Jon Cypher as Petersen, Kathryn Walker as Maggie and William Prince as Powers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Blade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blade tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blade (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Blade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Blade worth watching?
- Blade holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Blade?
- Blade stars John Marley, Jon Cypher, Kathryn Walker, William Prince and Michael McGuire.
- When was Blade released?
- Blade was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.