Flap (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 7

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. Streaming options change often. 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)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flap change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- 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.