Get Carter
"What happens when a professional killer violates the code? Get Carter!"
Originally released in 1971. Get Carter is a crime/thriller film. directed by Mike Hodges.
Starring Michael Caine, Ian Hendry, and Britt Ekland
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 3, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (539 votes)
Budget
$1.8M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,814,462
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer British Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
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, Car...
Who directed Get Carter?
Get Carter was directed by Mike Hodges.
How long is Get Carter?
Get Carter has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was Get Carter released?
Get Carter was released on February 3, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Get Carter?
The main cast of Get Carter includes Michael Caine, Ian Hendry, Britt Ekland, John Osborne, Tony Beckley.
Is Get Carter worth watching?
Get Carter has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 539 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.