The Arrow (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1997, The Arrow is a drama and tv movie film directed by Don McBrearty, running about 180 minutes. “The right stuff. The wrong time.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of the Avro Arrow, the world's fastest fighter plane built in 1950's Canada, and how the project was dropped due to political pressure from the United States.
Who’s in it. The Arrow stars Sara Botsford as Kate O'Hara, Aidan Devine as Jim Chamberlin, Nigel Bennett as James (Jim) Floyd and Jonathan Whittaker as Fred Smye, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Arrow has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Arrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Arrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Arrow (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Arrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Arrow worth watching?
- The Arrow holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Arrow?
- The Arrow stars Sara Botsford, Aidan Devine, Nigel Bennett, Jonathan Whittaker and Ian D. Clark.
- When was The Arrow released?
- The Arrow was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 180 minutes.