The Zebra Killer (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1974, The Zebra Killer is an action and crime film directed by William Girdler, running about 92 minutes. “Savage and Wilson are Combat Cops! A Hard Way To Live... An Easy Way To Die” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A racist white serial killer known only as "Mac" is wreaking havoc throughout San Francisco while wearing black makeup and an afro wig. Police lieutenant Frank Savage is hot on his trail when Mac begins to reveal his motivations for the killings and escalates their game of cat and mouse.
Who’s in it. The Zebra Killer stars Austin Stoker as Lt. Frank Savage, Hugh Smith as Det. Marty Williams, James Carroll Pickett as Killer (as James Pickett) and Charles Kissinger as Lt. Robt. Creason, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Zebra Killer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Zebra Killer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Zebra Killer 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 The Zebra Killer (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Zebra Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Zebra Killer worth watching?
- The Zebra Killer holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Zebra Killer?
- The Zebra Killer stars Austin Stoker, Hugh Smith, James Carroll Pickett , Charles Kissinger and Valerie Rogers.
- When was The Zebra Killer released?
- The Zebra Killer was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.