Man On A String (1972): cast, story & where to watch

1972 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1972, Man On A String is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Joseph Sargent, running about 73 minutes.

What it’s about. A government agent, out to destroy a crime ring, finds himself in the middle of a mob war.

Who’s in it. Man On A String stars Christopher George as Lieutenant Pete King, William Schallert as William Connaught, Michael Baseleon as Mickey Brown and Keith Carradine as Danny Brown, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Man On A String has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Man On A String page.

If you liked it. Fans of Man On A String tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Man On A String (1972)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man On A String change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Man On A String worth watching?
Man On A String holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Man On A String?
Man On A String stars Christopher George, William Schallert, Michael Baseleon, Keith Carradine and Joel Grey.
When was Man On A String released?
Man On A String was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.