The Passenger (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1975, The Passenger is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, running about 126 minutes. “I used to be somebody else...but I traded him in.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. David Locke is a world-weary American journalist who has been sent to cover a conflict in northern Africa, but he makes little progress with the story. When he discovers the body of a stranger who looks similar to him, Locke assumes the dead man's identity. However, he soon finds out that the man was an arms dealer, leading Locke into dangerous situations. Aided by a beautiful woman, Locke attempts to avoid both the police and criminals out to get him.
Who’s in it. The Passenger stars Jack Nicholson as David Locke, Maria Schneider as Girl, Jenny Runacre as Rachel and Ian Hendry as Knight, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Passenger has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Passenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Passenger tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Passenger (1975)?
- In US, The Passenger is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Passenger worth watching?
- The Passenger holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Passenger?
- The Passenger stars Jack Nicholson, Maria Schneider, Jenny Runacre, Ian Hendry and Steven Berkoff.
- When was The Passenger released?
- The Passenger was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.