The McGuffin (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1986, The McGuffin is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Colin Bucksey, running about 120 minutes. “From Voyeur To Victim....” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Paul Hatcher has a habit of spying on the neighbors across the way, something that gets him into deep trouble. Hatcher is a movie critic, and for awhile it looks like his main problem is keeping reality and the silver screen separate. But then a double murder occurs across the street after some mobsters cannot find an incriminating negative. After Hatcher discovers where the negative is hidden, he is bumped to the top on the assassins' hit list.
Who’s in it. The McGuffin stars Charles Dance as Paul Hatcher, Ann Todd as Mrs. Forbes-Duthie, Mark Rylance as Gavin and Francis Matthews as Silver-Haired Gent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The McGuffin 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 The McGuffin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The McGuffin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The McGuffin (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The McGuffin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The McGuffin worth watching?
- The McGuffin holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The McGuffin?
- The McGuffin stars Charles Dance, Ann Todd, Mark Rylance, Francis Matthews and Roger Lloyd Pack.
- When was The McGuffin released?
- The McGuffin was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.