The Box (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1975, The Box is a comedy film directed by Paul Eddey, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Story examines television station UCV-12 attempting to produce a feature-film version of its television series "Manhunt", while an officious efficiency expert investigates the running of the station causing the staff to fear for their jobs.
Who’s in it. The Box stars Barrie Barkla as Max Knight, Fred Betts as Sir Henry Usher, Belinda Giblin as Kay Webster-Brooks and Ken James as Tony Wild, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Box has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Box tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Box (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Box change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Box worth watching?
- The Box holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Box?
- The Box stars Barrie Barkla, Fred Betts, Belinda Giblin, Ken James and Paul Karo.
- When was The Box released?
- The Box was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.