Get Carter(1971)
“What happens when a professional killer violates the code? Get Carter!”
Overview
Jack Carter is a small-time hood working in London. When word reaches him of his brother's death, he travels to Newcastle to attend the funeral. Refusing to accept the police report of suicide, Carter seeks out his brother’s friends and acquaintances to learn who murdered his sibling and why.
Director
Mike Hodges
Studio
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
Budget
$2M
Cast
Michael Caine
as Jack Carter
Ian Hendry
as Eric
Britt Ekland
as Anna
John Osborne
as Kinnear
Tony Beckley
as Peter
George Sewell
as Con
Geraldine Moffat
as Glenda
Rosemarie Dunham
as Edna
Petra Markham
as Doreen
Alun Armstrong
as Keith
Bryan Mosley
as Cliff Brumby
Glynn Edwards
as Albert Swift
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 52m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$2M
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Get Carter?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Get Carter (1971).
What is Get Carter about?▼
Jack Carter is a small-time hood working in London. When word reaches him of his brother's death, he travels to Newcastle to attend the funeral. Refusing to accept the police report of suicide, Carter seeks out his brother’s friends and acquaintances to learn who murdered his sibling and why.
Who directed Get Carter?▼
Get Carter was directed by Mike Hodges and released in 1971. It is a crime, thriller film.
How long is Get Carter?▼
Get Carter has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
Who stars in Get Carter?▼
The cast of Get Carter includes Michael Caine as Jack Carter, Ian Hendry as Eric, Britt Ekland as Anna, John Osborne as Kinnear, Tony Beckley as Peter and more.
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