The Lost Man (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1969, The Lost Man is a drama film directed by Robert Alan Aurthur, running about 122 minutes. “He crowded a lifetime into 37 suspenseful hours!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A gang of black militants plots to rob a factory to finance their "revolutionary struggle."
Who’s in it. The Lost Man stars Sidney Poitier as Jason Higgs, Joanna Shimkus as Cathy Ellis, Al Freeman Jr. as Dennis Lawrence and Michael Tolan as Insp. Carl Hamilton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Lost Man 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 Lost Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lost Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lost Man (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lost Man worth watching?
- The Lost Man holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lost Man?
- The Lost Man stars Sidney Poitier, Joanna Shimkus, Al Freeman Jr., Michael Tolan and Leon Bibb.
- When was The Lost Man released?
- The Lost Man was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.