Hard Contract (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1969, Hard Contract is a crime and romance film directed by S. Lee Pogostin, running about 106 minutes. “Love. Murder. Everything they do is 97% control and 3% emotion.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cold hearted American hit man goes to Europe for "one last score". His encounter with a beautiful young woman casts self doubt on his lifeblood, and influences him to resist carrying out the contract.
Who’s in it. Hard Contract stars James Coburn as John Cunningham, Lee Remick as Sheila Metcalfe, Lilli Palmer as Adrianne and Burgess Meredith as Ramsey Williams, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Hard Contract has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hard Contract page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hard Contract tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hard Contract (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hard Contract change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hard Contract worth watching?
- Hard Contract holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hard Contract?
- Hard Contract stars James Coburn, Lee Remick, Lilli Palmer, Burgess Meredith and Patrick Magee.
- When was Hard Contract released?
- Hard Contract was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.