

The Organization
“One honest cop has the guts to take on "The Organization."”
After a group of young revolutionaries break into a company's corporate headquarters and steal $5,000,000 worth of heroin to keep it off the street, they call on San Francisco Police Lieutenant Virgil Tibbs for assistance.
Where to watch The Organization in United States
Click a service to open The Organization there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Organization streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, FlixFling, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, FlixFling |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
About The Organization
The Organization is a 1971 English-language drama, action and mystery film directed by Don Medford. The cast is led by Sidney Poitier, Barbara McNair, Gerald S. O'Loughlin. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, FlixFling.
The Organization was produced by The Mirisch Company and United Artists and made in United States of America. It was released on October 20, 1971, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Don Medford
- Writers
- James R. Webb
- Release date
- October 20, 1971
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- The Mirisch Company, United Artists
The Organization cast & crew
The Organization was directed by Don Medford and written by James R. Webb.
The cast features Sidney Poitier as Virgil Tibbs, Barbara McNair as Valerie Tibbs, Gerald S. O'Loughlin as Jack Pecora, Sheree North as Mrs. Morgan, Fred Beir as Bob Alford, and Allen Garfield as Benjy.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Gil Mellé, cinematography is by Joseph F. Biroc, and it was produced by Walter Mirisch.
Is The Organization worth watching?
The Organization holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 58 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 48m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, action, and mystery, The Organization is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Organization
In United States, you can stream The Organization on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, FlixFling, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of The Organization

Sidney Poitier
Virgil Tibbs

Barbara McNair
Valerie Tibbs

Gerald S. O'Loughlin
Jack Pecora

Sheree North
Mrs. Morgan

Fred Beir
Bob Alford

Allen Garfield
Benjy

Bernie Hamilton
Lt. Jessop

Graham Jarvis
William Martin

Raúl Juliá
Juan Mendoza

Ron O'Neal
Joe Peralez

James A. Watson, Jr
Stacy Baker

Charles H. Gray
George Morgan
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The Organization — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Organization in United States?
The Organization is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, FlixFling, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel in United States.
▸Is The Organization on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — The Organization is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is The Organization in?
The Organization is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Organization?
The Organization runs 1 hours 48 minutes (108 minutes).
▸What is The Organization rated?
The Organization is rated PG. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 58 ratings.













