Villain (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1971, Villain is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Michael Tuchner, running about 98 minutes. “By the time he's ready to kill you, its an act of mercy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1970s London, Scotland Yard orchestrates the downfall of mob boss Vic Dakin after he crosses the line by blackmailing Members of Parliament.
Who’s in it. Villain stars Richard Burton as Vic Dakin, Ian McShane as Wolfe Lissner, Nigel Davenport as Bob Matthews and Donald Sinden as Gerald Draycott, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Villain has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Villain page.
If you liked it. Fans of Villain tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Villain (1971)?
- In US, Villain 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 Villain worth watching?
- Villain holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Villain?
- Villain stars Richard Burton, Ian McShane, Nigel Davenport, Donald Sinden and Fiona Lewis.
- When was Villain released?
- Villain was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.