The Driver (1978) movie poster

The Driver (1978)

"To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 68% (RT: 79%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
CrimeThrillerAction

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Director
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (495 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
79%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Ryan O'Neal as The Driver
Bruce Dern as The Detective
Isabelle Adjani as The Player
Ronee Blakley as The Connection
Matt Clark as Red Plainclothesman
Felice Orlandi as Gold Plainclothesman
Joseph Walsh as Glasses
Rudy Ramos as Teeth
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 495 votes. Critics gave it 68%.
Overview
The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective. Wikipedia โ†—
Audience Consensus

The Driver is a 1978 crime, thriller, action film directed by Walter Hill. The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet.

After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.

The film has been rated by 495 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a crime film, The Driver delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Driver (1978) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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