Riot (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1969, Riot is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Buzz Kulik, running about 96 minutes. “They exploded the ugliest riot in prison history to cover their dangerous, desperate break for freedom.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A riot in a state prison is staged to cover up an escape attempt, during which many inmates and guards are killed. Shot on location at Arizona State Prison.
Who’s in it. Riot stars Gene Hackman as Red Fraker, Jim Brown as Cully Briston, Mike Kellin as Bugsy and Gerald S. O'Loughlin as Grossman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Riot has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riot tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riot (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riot worth watching?
- Riot holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riot?
- Riot stars Gene Hackman, Jim Brown, Mike Kellin, Gerald S. O'Loughlin and Ben Carruthers.
- When was Riot released?
- Riot was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.