Riding with Death (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 2.7
Released in 1976, Riding with Death is an action, thriller, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Don McDougall, running about 97 minutes. “An unforgettable excursion into adventure.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Agent Sam Casey is in a satellite explosion and the radiation turns him invisible. He gets a watch that keeps him visible, and he uses it to switch from visible to invisible. He is assigned to transport a chemical called Tripolydine, which is purported to be the most efficient fuel; when the cover is blown on that and he uncovers and stops the Tripolydine fraud, he must then stop a terrorist from blowing up race cars.
Who’s in it. Riding with Death stars Ben Murphy as Sam Casey, Richard Dysart as Leonard Driscoll, William Sylvester as Leonard Driscoll and Kathryn Crawford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.7/10, Riding with Death has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riding with Death page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riding with Death 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 Riding with Death (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Riding with Death change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Riding with Death worth watching?
- Riding with Death holds an audience score of 2.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riding with Death?
- Riding with Death stars Ben Murphy, Richard Dysart, William Sylvester, Kathryn Crawford and Andrew Prine.
- When was Riding with Death released?
- Riding with Death was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.