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The Mechanic

1972·Movie
1h 39min·PG
IMDb6.8Rotten Tomatoes50%65%

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PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloThe Roku

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The Mechanic fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

He has 100 ways to kill... and they all work!

Arthur Bishop is a veteran hit man who, owing to his penchant for making his targets' deaths seem like accidents, thinks himself an artist. It's made him very rich, but as he hits middle age, he's so depressed and lonely that he takes on one of his victim's sons, Steve McKenna, as his apprentice. Arthur puts him through a rigorous training period and brings him on several hits. As Steven improves, Arthur worries that he'll discover who killed his father.
Hitman ThrillerMoral AmbiguityApprentice-Mentor DynamicStylish ActionCynical ProtagonistCrime & BetrayalCalculated ViolencePsychological Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Michael Winner, Antonio Tarruella, Mel Efros
Written by:
Lewis John Carlino, Lewis John Carlino
Produced by:
Mario Mariani, Irwin Winkler, Lynn Stalmaster
Composed by:
Don MacDougall, Jerry Fielding, Terry Rawlings

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Mechanic

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Where can I stream The Mechanic legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloThe RokuPlexTubi TV

The Mechanic is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mechanic worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mechanic rated?

PGViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Mechanic?

1 h 39 min

The Mechanic runs 1 h 39 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Mechanic?

Critics50
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate The Mechanic higher (67) than critics (50). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Mechanic in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Mechanic?

118ADAGALARATAUAZBABBBEBFBGBMBO+104

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mechanic in 118 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.