The Evictors (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1979, The Evictors is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Charles B. Pierce, running about 92 minutes. “It was a small Louisiana town where people live and love and die and no one ever thought of locking their doors… except in the Monroe house.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the 1940s, a young couple moves into a remote Louisiana home which has a history of violence that seems to be repeating itself.
Who’s in it. The Evictors stars Vic Morrow as Jake Rudd, Michael Parks as Ben Watkins, Jessica Harper as Ruth Watkins and Sue Ane Langdon as Olie Gibson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Evictors has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Evictors page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Evictors tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Evictors (1979)?
- In US, The Evictors is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Evictors worth watching?
- The Evictors holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Evictors?
- The Evictors stars Vic Morrow, Michael Parks, Jessica Harper, Sue Ane Langdon and Dennis Fimple.
- When was The Evictors released?
- The Evictors was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.