The Big Game (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1973, The Big Game is an action, drama, adventure and science fiction film directed by Robert Day, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Two soldiers of fortune are hired by an inventor to protect him and his invention, a radar-like machine that is capable of controlling armies and forcing them to fight.
Who’s in it. The Big Game stars Stephen Boyd as Leyton van Dyk, Ray Milland as Pete Handley, France Nuyen as Atanga and Cameron Mitchell as Bruno Carstens, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Big Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Game 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 Big Game (1973)?
- In US, The Big Game is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Game worth watching?
- The Big Game holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Game?
- The Big Game stars Stephen Boyd, Ray Milland, France Nuyen, Cameron Mitchell and Brendon Boone.
- When was The Big Game released?
- The Big Game was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.