The Survivor (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1981, The Survivor is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by David Hemmings, running about 98 minutes. “A tale of death, and of an evil which transcends death” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a 747 crashes shortly after take-off, the sole survivor is the pilot. Virtually unhurt, he and the investigators look for the answers to the disaster. Meanwhile mysterious deaths occur in the community and only a psychic, in touch with the supernatural, can help the pilot unravel the mystery surrounding the doomed plane.
Who’s in it. The Survivor stars Robert Powell as Keller, Jenny Agutter as Hobbs, Joseph Cotten as Priest and Angela Punch McGregor as Beth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Survivor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Survivor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Survivor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Survivor (1981)?
- In US, The Survivor is available to stream on Night Flight Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Survivor worth watching?
- The Survivor holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Survivor?
- The Survivor stars Robert Powell, Jenny Agutter, Joseph Cotten, Angela Punch McGregor and Peter Sumner.
- When was The Survivor released?
- The Survivor was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.