The Conversation
A paranoid, secretive surveillance expert has a crisis of conscience when he suspects that the couple he is spying on will be murdered.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex.
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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Official Rialto Trailer
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Walter Murch on The Conversation and working with Francis Ford Coppola | BFI Q&A
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Frequently asked questions about The Conversation
Where can I watch The Conversation in the United States?
The Conversation is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex 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.
Is The Conversation on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Conversation is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex.
Can I watch The Conversation for free?
The Conversation streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Conversation?
The Conversation scores 7.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Conversation?
The Conversation stars Gene Hackman, John Cazale, Allen Garfield, Frederic Forrest, and Cindy Williams. Francis Ford Coppola is the director.
How long is The Conversation?
The Conversation runs 1h 55m (115 minutes).
When did The Conversation come out?
The Conversation was released on April 12, 1974.
Which studio made The Conversation?
The Conversation was produced by The Directors Company and The Coppola Company in the United States.
What was the budget for The Conversation?
The Conversation was made on a budget of $1,600,000.
How much did The Conversation make at the box office?
The Conversation grossed $4,794,457 worldwide, against a budget of $1,600,000.
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.