Search and Destroy (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1979, Search and Destroy is an action, thriller and war film directed by William Fruet, running about 92 minutes. “Five lives… Ten years… And a Million Tons of Thundering Suspense!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The hunter becomes the prey as a Vietnam veteran (Perry King) tries to ferret out the real culprit after being tagged as the prime suspect in the murders of his former Army pals.
Who’s in it. Search and Destroy stars Perry King as Kip Moore, Don Stroud as Buddy Grant, Tisa Farrow as Kate Barchel and George Kennedy as Anthony Fusqua, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Search and Destroy 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 Search and Destroy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Search and Destroy 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 Search and Destroy (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Search and Destroy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Search and Destroy worth watching?
- Search and Destroy holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Search and Destroy?
- Search and Destroy stars Perry King, Don Stroud, Tisa Farrow, George Kennedy and Tony Sheer.
- When was Search and Destroy released?
- Search and Destroy was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.