The Delta Factor (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1970, The Delta Factor is a drama, adventure and mystery film directed by Tay Garnett, running about 91 minutes. “Mickey Spillane. His Gut-Rupping! ... Face Splattering! ... Adventure Turns a Carribean Paradise Into a Bullet-Riddled Island of Hell!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Action-packed espionage thriller based on a book by Mickey Spillane. A man who has been framed for a large-scale robbery escapes from prison, but is caught and given a choice between returning behind bars and working for the CIA. He is enlisted to rescue a scientist from a dictator-run island, disguised as a drug dealer with another agent posing as his wife, while simultaneously plotting to prove his innocence.
Who’s in it. The Delta Factor stars Yvette Mimieux as Kim Stacy, Christopher George as Morgan, Ralph Taeger as Art Keefer and Diane McBain as Lisa Gordot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Delta Factor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Delta Factor page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Delta Factor tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Delta Factor (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Delta Factor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Delta Factor worth watching?
- The Delta Factor holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Delta Factor?
- The Delta Factor stars Yvette Mimieux, Christopher George, Ralph Taeger, Diane McBain and Yvonne De Carlo.
- When was The Delta Factor released?
- The Delta Factor was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.