The Rivalry (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1975, The Rivalry is a drama and history film directed by Fielder Cook, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A television adaptation of the famous 1858 Lincoln-Douglas debates, in which Abraham Lincoln did verbal battle with Stephen Douglas, his opponent for a U.S. Senate seat, over the issue of slavery.
Who’s in it. The Rivalry stars Arthur Hill as Abraham Lincoln, Charles Durning as Stephen Douglas, Hope Lange as Adele Cutts Douglas and Stephen Manley as Tad Lincoln.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Rivalry sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rivalry page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rivalry tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rivalry (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rivalry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rivalry worth watching?
- The Rivalry holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Rivalry?
- The Rivalry stars Arthur Hill, Charles Durning, Hope Lange and Stephen Manley.
- When was The Rivalry released?
- The Rivalry was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.