The Mean Season movie poster

The Mean Season

1985 · 1h 43m · Released

R Mystery, Thriller

A routine investigation of a shocking murder takes a bizarre twist when the killer contacts the reporter and appoints him his personal spokesman. As the killer's calls and clues increase, the reporter is lured into a deadly trap.

Read the book by John Katzenbach

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.2 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Mean Season

Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, The Roku Channel, and Tubi TV.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

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Trailers and promos

Official Trailer
The Killer Calls Malcolm At Home
Meeting The Victim's Mother
Phone Call From A Serial Killer

Top cast and crew

Phillip Borsos Director
Kurt Russell Malcolm Anderson
Mariel Hemingway Christine Connelly
Richard Jordan Alan Delour
Richard Masur Bill Nolan
Richard Bradford Phil Wilson
Joe Pantoliano Andy Porter
Andy Garcia Ray Martinez
Rose Portillo Kathy Vasquez
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Frequently asked questions about The Mean Season

Where can I watch The Mean Season in the United States?

The Mean Season is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM Plus, Philo, The Roku Channel, 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.

Can I watch The Mean Season for free?

The Mean Season streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Mean Season?

The Mean Season scores 6.2 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Mean Season?

The Mean Season stars Kurt Russell, Mariel Hemingway, Richard Jordan, Richard Masur, and Richard Bradford. Phillip Borsos is the director.

How long is The Mean Season?

The Mean Season runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).

When did The Mean Season come out?

The Mean Season was released on February 15, 1985.

Which studio made The Mean Season?

The Mean Season was produced by David Foster Productions, The Turman-Foster Company, and Orion Pictures in the United States.

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.

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