The Car
The Utah community of Santa Ynez is being terrorized by a mysterious black coupe that appears out of nowhere and begins running people down. After the car kills off the town sheriff, Captain Wade Parent is determined to stop the murderous driver.
Where to stream The Car
Streaming now in the United States on Philo, AMC+, and Shudder.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Car
Where can I watch The Car in the United States?
The Car is available to stream on Philo, AMC+, and Shudder in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Car for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Car needs a subscription to Philo, AMC+, and Shudder, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Car?
The Car scores 6.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Car?
The Car stars James Brolin, Kathleen Lloyd, John Marley, R.G. Armstrong, and John Rubinstein. Elliot Silverstein is the director.
How long is The Car?
The Car runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
When did The Car come out?
The Car was released on May 12, 1977.
Which studio made The Car?
The Car was produced by Universal Pictures and Hollywood Road Films in the United States.
Ratings and 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 October 2026.