The Front
“America's most unlikely hero.”
A cashier poses as a writer for blacklisted talents to submit their work through, but the injustice around him pushes him to take a stand.
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Where is The Front streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Front
The Front is a 1976 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Martin Ritt. The cast is led by Woody Allen, Zero Mostel, Herschel Bernardi. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Front was produced by Devon/Persky-Bright, Persky-Bright Productions, and Columbia Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on September 17, 1976, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Martin Ritt
- Writers
- Walter Bernstein
- Release date
- September 17, 1976
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Devon/Persky-Bright, Persky-Bright Productions, Columbia Pictures
The Front cast & crew
The Front was directed by Martin Ritt and written by Walter Bernstein.
The cast features Woody Allen as Howard Prince, Zero Mostel as Hecky Brown, Herschel Bernardi as Philip Sussman, Michael Murphy as Alfred Miller, Andrea Marcovicci as Florence Barrett, and Remak Ramsay as Hennessey.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Dave Grusin, cinematography is by Michael Chapman, and it was produced by Martin Ritt and Charles H. Joffe.
Is The Front worth watching?
The Front holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 181 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.
At 1h 35m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy and drama, The Front is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Front
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Cast of The Front
Woody Allen
Howard Prince
Zero Mostel
Hecky Brown
Herschel Bernardi
Philip Sussman
Michael Murphy
Alfred Miller
Andrea Marcovicci
Florence Barrett
Remak Ramsay
Hennessey
Marvin Lichterman
Myer Prince
Lloyd Gough
Delaney
David Margulies
Phelps
Joshua Shelley
Sam
Norman Rose
Howard's Attorney
Charles Kimbrough
Committee Counselor
The Front — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Front in United States?
The Front 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 The Front in?
The Front is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Front?
The Front runs 1 hours 35 minutes (95 minutes).
▸What is The Front rated?
The Front is rated PG. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 181 ratings.
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