The Survivors
1983, English. Directed by Michael Ritchie.
Once they declare war on each other, watch out. You could die laughing.
Having both lost their jobs, two strangers become unlikely friends after a run in with a would be robber, who is actually a hitman with a grudge against the two.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The Survivors
The Survivors isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Michael RitchieDirector
- Robin WilliamsDonald Quinelle
- Walter MatthauSonny Paluso
- Jerry ReedJack Locke
- James WainwrightWes Huntley
- Kristen VigardCandice Paluso
- Joseph CarberryDetective Matt Burke
- John GoodmanCommando
- Anne PitoniakBetty
- Bernard BarrowTV station manager
- Marian HaileyJack's Wife
- Skipp LynchWiley
- Annie McEnroeDoreen
Details
- Released
- 24 June 1983
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael J. Leeson
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The Survivors: quick answers
Is The Survivors worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 121 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Survivors?
The Survivors runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does The Survivors have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Survivors. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Survivors parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Survivors is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Survivors on?
The Survivors isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Survivors?
If you liked The Survivors, try Breaking News in Yuba County, Small Apartments, Cadillac Man.
Who directed The Survivors?
The Survivors (1983) was directed by Michael Ritchie and stars Robin Williams, Walter Matthau, Jerry Reed.