The Candidate
1972, English. Directed by Michael Ritchie.
Bill McKay has a lot going for him...but nothing compared to what's coming.
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 201 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Candidate
The Candidate is streaming on YouTube TV in India.
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Cast & crew
- Michael RitchieDirector
- Robert RedfordBill McKay
- Peter BoyleMarvin Lucas
- Melvyn DouglasJohn J. McKay
- Don PorterSenator Crocker Jarmon
- Allen GarfieldKlein
- Karen CarlsonNancy McKay
- Quinn K. RedekerRick Jenkin
- Morgan UptonWally Henderson
- Michael LernerPaul Corliss
- Kenneth TobeyFloyd J. Starkey
- Christopher PrayDavid
- Joe MiksakNeil Atkinson
Details
- Released
- 29 June 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jeremy Larner
- Budget
- $1.6M
- Box office
- $2.5M
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The Candidate: quick answers
Is The Candidate worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 201 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Candidate?
The Candidate runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The Candidate have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Candidate. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Candidate parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Candidate is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Candidate on?
The Candidate is streaming on YouTube TV in India. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Candidate?
If you liked The Candidate, try A Hologram for the King, SubUrbia, Don't Think Twice.
Who directed The Candidate?
The Candidate (1972) was directed by Michael Ritchie and stars Robert Redford, Peter Boyle, Melvyn Douglas.