The Mechanic
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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Mechanic
Where can I watch The Mechanic in the United States?
The Mechanic is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Mechanic on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Mechanic is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside MGM Plus, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV.
Can I watch The Mechanic for free?
The Mechanic streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Mechanic?
The Mechanic scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Mechanic?
The Mechanic stars Charles Bronson, Jan-Michael Vincent, Keenan Wynn, Jill Ireland, and Linda Ridgeway. Michael Winner is the director.
How long is The Mechanic?
The Mechanic runs 1h 39m (99 minutes).
When did The Mechanic come out?
The Mechanic was released on October 6, 1972.
Which studio made The Mechanic?
The Mechanic was produced by Carlino Productions, United Artists, and Winkler Films in the United States.
What was the budget for The Mechanic?
The Mechanic was made on a budget of $3,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.