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Duel

1971·Movie·PG·74 min·7.4(2,071)

The most bizarre murder weapon ever used!

Traveling businessman David Mann angers the driver of a rusty tanker while crossing the California desert. A simple trip turns deadly, as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.

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Where to watch Duel in United States

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Where is Duel streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Video
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
AustraliaBINGE, Foxtel NowApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
GermanyWOW, Sky Go, Wow Fiction Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video
BrazilApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanU-NEXTAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Duel

Duel is a 1971 English-language action, thriller and tv movie film directed by Steven Spielberg. The cast is led by Dennis Weaver, Jacqueline Scott, Eddie Firestone. It has a runtime of 1h 14m. Viewers rate it 7.4/10 across 2100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Duel was produced by Universal Television and made in United States of America. It was released on December 25, 1971, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.

Director
Steven Spielberg
Writers
Richard Matheson
Release date
December 25, 1971
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Box office
$0 million
Production
Universal Television
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Duel cast & crew

Duel was directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Richard Matheson.

The cast features Dennis Weaver as David Mann, Jacqueline Scott as Mrs. Mann, Eddie Firestone as Cafe Owner, Gene Dynarski as Man in Cafe, Lucille Benson as Lady at Snakerama, and Tim Herbert as Gas Station Attendant.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Billy Goldenberg, cinematography is by Jack A. Marta, and it was produced by George Eckstein.

Is Duel worth watching?

Duel holds an audience score of 7.4/10 from 2,071 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed action films.

At 1h 14m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action, thriller, and tv movie, Duel is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Duel

Duel isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.

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Cast of Duel

Dennis Weaver

Dennis Weaver

David Mann

Jacqueline Scott

Jacqueline Scott

Mrs. Mann

Eddie Firestone

Eddie Firestone

Cafe Owner

Gene Dynarski

Gene Dynarski

Man in Cafe

Lucille Benson

Lucille Benson

Lady at Snakerama

Tim Herbert

Tim Herbert

Gas Station Attendant

Alexander Lockwood

Alexander Lockwood

Old Man in Car

Shirley O'Hara

Shirley O'Hara

Waitress

Carey Loftin

Carey Loftin

The Truck Driver

Charles Seel

Charles Seel

Old Man

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Amy Douglass

Old Woman in Car

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Dick Whittington

Radio Interviewer (voice)

Duel — FAQs

Where can I watch Duel in United States?

Duel is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Duel in?

Duel is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Duel?

Duel runs 1 hours 14 minutes (74 minutes).

What is Duel rated?

Duel is rated PG. It holds a 7.4/10 audience score from 2,071 ratings.

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