Deadly Drifter (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1982, Deadly Drifter is a drama and mystery film directed by Eli Hollander, running about 83 minutes. “An explosive plot against the government.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A self-styled "urban guerrilla" in Greenwich Village is sent on various assignments across the country by a mysterious "commander."
Who’s in it. Deadly Drifter stars Peter Coyote as Rex, Jim Haynie as Carl / Tommy / Optometrist, Danny Glover as Jojo / Roland and Scott Beach as Sailor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Deadly Drifter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling and Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Deadly Drifter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Deadly Drifter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Deadly Drifter (1982)?
- In US, Deadly Drifter is available to stream on FlixFling and Eternal Family, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Deadly Drifter worth watching?
- Deadly Drifter holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Deadly Drifter?
- Deadly Drifter stars Peter Coyote, Jim Haynie, Danny Glover, Scott Beach and O-Lan Jones.
- When was Deadly Drifter released?
- Deadly Drifter was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.