The Reckoning (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1970, The Reckoning is a drama film directed by Jack Gold, running about 111 minutes. “The Most Successful Man In Town” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Michael Marler, a successful business man in London, is about to make his way to the top. The death of his father brings him – after 37 years – back to his hometown Liverpool, where he is confronted with his lost Irish roots. He finds out that his father died because of a fight with some anglo-saxon teddy boys. It becomes "a matter of honour" for him, to take his revenge without involving the British police
Who’s in it. The Reckoning stars Nicol Williamson as Michael Marler, Rachel Roberts as Joyce Eglington, Paul Rogers as John Hazlitt and Zena Walker as Hilda Greening, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Reckoning has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Reckoning page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Reckoning tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Reckoning (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Reckoning change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Reckoning worth watching?
- The Reckoning holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Reckoning?
- The Reckoning stars Nicol Williamson, Rachel Roberts, Paul Rogers, Zena Walker and Ann Bell.
- When was The Reckoning released?
- The Reckoning was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 111 minutes.