The Challengers (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1970, The Challengers is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Leslie H. Martinson, running about 120 minutes. “They race for glory when they race against death!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Racers compete in the Grand Prix.
Who’s in it. The Challengers stars Darren McGavin as Jim McCabe, Sean Garrison as Cody Scanlon, Nico Minardos as Paco Ortega and Anne Baxter as Stephanie York, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Challengers 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 Challengers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Challengers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Challengers (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Challengers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Challengers worth watching?
- The Challengers holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Challengers?
- The Challengers stars Darren McGavin, Sean Garrison, Nico Minardos, Anne Baxter and Richard Conte.
- When was The Challengers released?
- The Challengers was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.