The Driver (1978)

  • R
  • 08/02/1978 (US)
  • Crime, Thriller, Action
  • 1h 31m

To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law.

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.

Walter Hill

Director, Screenplay

Cast

Ryan O'Neal's headshot

Ryan O'Neal

The Driver
Bruce Dern's headshot

Bruce Dern

The Detective
Isabelle Adjani's headshot

Isabelle Adjani

The Player
Ronee Blakley's headshot

Ronee Blakley

The Connection
Matt Clark's headshot

Matt Clark

Red Plainclothesman
Felice Orlandi's headshot

Felice Orlandi

Gold Plainclothesman
Joseph Walsh's headshot

Joseph Walsh

Glasses
Rudy Ramos's headshot

Rudy Ramos

Teeth

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