The Mechanic
1972, English. Directed by Michael Winner.
He has 100 ways to kill... and they all work!
Arthur Bishop is a veteran hit man who, owing to his penchant for making his targets' deaths seem like accidents, thinks himself an artist. It's made him very rich, but as he hits middle age, he's so depressed and lonely that he takes on one of his victim's sons, Steve McKenna, as his apprentice. Arthur puts him through a rigorous training period and brings him on several hits. As Steven improves, Arthur worries that he'll discover who killed his father.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 368 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Mechanic
The Mechanic isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael WinnerDirector
- Charles BronsonArthur Bishop
- Jan-Michael VincentSteve McKenna
- Keenan WynnHarry McKenna
- Jill IrelandThe Girl
- Linda RidgewayLouise, Steve McKenna's Girlfriend
- Frank De KovaThe Man
- James DavidsonIntern
- Lindsay CrosbyPoliceman
- Steve CoryMessenger
- Tak KubotaYamoto
- Patrick O'MooreOld Man
- Martin GordonAmerican Tourist
Details
- Released
- 6 October 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lewis John Carlino
- Budget
- $3M
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The Mechanic: quick answers
Is The Mechanic worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 368 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Mechanic?
The Mechanic runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does The Mechanic have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Mechanic. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Mechanic parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Mechanic is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Mechanic on?
The Mechanic isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mechanic?
If you liked The Mechanic, try Oscar Shaw, Nick of Time, 16 Blocks.
Who directed The Mechanic?
The Mechanic (1972) was directed by Michael Winner and stars Charles Bronson, Jan-Michael Vincent, Keenan Wynn.