The Human Factor (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1979, The Human Factor is a thriller film directed by Otto Preminger, running about 115 minutes. “Every man in love is a potential traitor.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A low-ranking Secret Service agent is conned into supplying information to Eastern Bloc countries. Although he is not a suspect due to his unimportant position, when his office partner is hauled in as a suspect he realises he has got himself into very deep water.
Who’s in it. The Human Factor stars Nicol Williamson as Maurice Castle, Richard Attenborough as Colonel John Daintry, Derek Jacobi as Arthur Davis and John Gielgud as Brigadier Tomlinson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Human Factor has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Human Factor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Human Factor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Human Factor (1979)?
- In US, The Human Factor is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Human Factor worth watching?
- The Human Factor holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Human Factor?
- The Human Factor stars Nicol Williamson, Richard Attenborough, Derek Jacobi, John Gielgud and Iman.
- When was The Human Factor released?
- The Human Factor was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.