The read
Scores higher than 96% of the 573 1970s action movies in this catalog. It runs a compact 1h 14m.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic81/100
2,136 audience votes
Key crew
- Steven SpielbergDirector
- Richard MathesonScreenplay
- Billy GoldenbergOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Dennis WeaverDavid Mann
- Jacqueline ScottMrs. Mann
- Eddie FirestoneCafe Owner
- Gene DynarskiMan in Cafe
- Lucille BensonLady at Snakerama
- Tim HerbertGas Station Attendant
- Alexander LockwoodOld Man in Car
- Shirley O'HaraWaitress
- Carey LoftinThe Truck Driver
- Charles SeelOld Man
- Amy DouglassOld Woman in Car
- Dick WhittingtonRadio Interviewer (voice)
Stills
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Themes
californiapanicchasegas stationfalsely accusedcliffdeputycar crashtrucksalesmanstalkingcowardliness
The Best Movies of 1971
Duel is #9 of 60
