The Plumber (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1979, The Plumber is a thriller and tv movie film directed by Peter Weir, running about 77 minutes. “When your waterworks come back to haunt you!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At first simply grating, the presence of a hard-edged, macho plumber who damages more than he repairs and returns day after day soon turns menacing for the intellectual wife of a distracted doctor.
Who’s in it. The Plumber stars Ivar Kants as Max (the plumber), Judy Morris as Jill Cowper, Robert Coleby as Brian Cowper and Candy Raymond as Meg, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Plumber has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Plumber page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Plumber tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Plumber (1979)?
- In US, The Plumber is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Plumber worth watching?
- The Plumber holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plumber?
- The Plumber stars Ivar Kants, Judy Morris, Robert Coleby, Candy Raymond and Henri Szeps.
- When was The Plumber released?
- The Plumber was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.