Hennessy (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1975, Hennessy is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Don Sharp, running about 103 minutes. “The Most Intensive Manhunt Ever Mounted!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Former Irish Republican Army member Niall Hennessy lives in Belfast, Ireland, with his wife and daughter amid the ongoing Irish-British conflict. Though he still knows people in the IRA, including fugitive leader Tobin, Niall has given up his violent ways. One day his family is caught in a chaotic street shootout and killed by British forces. Overwhelmed with rage and hunted by a Scotland Yard inspector, Niall heads to London to exact his deadly revenge.
Who’s in it. Hennessy stars Rod Steiger as Niall Hennessy, Lee Remick as Kate Brooke, Richard Johnson as Insp. Hollis and Trevor Howard as Comdr. Rice, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Hennessy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hennessy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hennessy 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 Hennessy (1975)?
- In US, Hennessy is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hennessy worth watching?
- Hennessy holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hennessy?
- Hennessy stars Rod Steiger, Lee Remick, Richard Johnson, Trevor Howard and Peter Egan.
- When was Hennessy released?
- Hennessy was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.