Parker (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1985, Parker is a drama and crime film directed by Jim Goddard, running about 97 minutes. “11 days torn out of a man's life. Now he wants revenge.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Aussie businessman is trying to find out why and by whom he was kidnapped and then later released with no explanation.
Who’s in it. Parker stars Bryan Brown as David Parker, Cherie Lunghi as Jenny Parker, Kurt Raab as Haag and Elizabeth Spriggs as Mrs. Epps, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Parker has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Parker page.
If you liked it. Fans of Parker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Parker (1985)?
- In GB, Parker is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Parker worth watching?
- Parker holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Parker?
- Parker stars Bryan Brown, Cherie Lunghi, Kurt Raab, Elizabeth Spriggs and Bob Peck.
- When was Parker released?
- Parker was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.