The Driver 1978
“To break the driver, the cop was willing to break the law.”
What is The Driver?
The Driver is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 8, 1978
- Studios
- 20th Century Fox, EMI Films
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Action
- Updated
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Overview
The Driver is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Action. Produced and broadcast by 20th Century Fox, EMI Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A master getaway driver evades a relentless detective in a high‑stakes cat‑and‑mouse chase.”
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse pursuit
- Expertly choreographed car chase sequences
- Lean, focused storytelling
- Sparse dialogue may feel minimalist
- Heavy focus on car action over character backstory
Watch it if you enjoy tight, high‑octane chase dramas with moral ambiguity.
The film contains violent crime and tense confrontations, making it appropriate for mature audiences.
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What is the Driver's profession?
He specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies.
What motivates the detective to pursue the Driver?
After another successful escape, the detective makes catching the Driver his primary goal.
Does the film involve a gang?
Yes, the detective offers pardons to a gang if they help set up a robbery to convict the Driver.
Who does the Driver enlist for help?
The Driver seeks assistance from a character known as The Player to mislead the detective.
What genres describe the film?
The Driver is classified as a crime, thriller, and action film.
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