Flap (1970): cast, story & where to watch

1970 · Film · ★ 7

Flap poster

Released in 1970, Flap is a comedy, drama and western film directed by Carol Reed, running about 106 minutes. “A warning to the Mayor: FLAP is here! The Indians have already claimed Alcatraz. City Hall may be next. You have been warned.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Comedy based on the plight of modern Native Americans living on reservations.

Who’s in it. Flap stars Anthony Quinn as Flapping Eagle, Claude Akins as Lobo Jackson, Tony Bill as Eleven Snowflake and Shelley Winters as Dorothy Bluebell, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Flap has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flap page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flap tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flap (1970)?
In US, Flap is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Flap worth watching?
Flap holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and western. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Flap?
Flap stars Anthony Quinn, Claude Akins, Tony Bill, Shelley Winters and Victor Jory.
When was Flap released?
Flap was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.