Link (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1986, Link is a thriller and horror film directed by Richard Franklin, running about 103 minutes. “Man is no longer in control!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young graduate student Jane Chase becomes the new assistant to an eccentric zoology professor at the remote home he shares with two brilliant chimpanzees and an elderly orangutan butler named Link. But when one of the chimps is found dead and the professor mysteriously disappears, Link becomes dangerously aggressive towards Jane. Now, the time for “monkey business” is over and the true terror is about to begin.
Who’s in it. Link stars Elisabeth Shue as Jane Chase, Terence Stamp as Dr. Steven Phillip, Steven Finch as David and Richard Garnett as Dennis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Link has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Link page.
If you liked it. Fans of Link tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Link (1986)?
- In US, Link is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Link worth watching?
- Link holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Link?
- Link stars Elisabeth Shue, Terence Stamp, Steven Finch, Richard Garnett and David O'Hara.
- When was Link released?
- Link was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.