The Mechanic 1972
“He has 100 ways to kill... and they all work!”
What is The Mechanic?
The Mechanic is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Action, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 99 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 6, 1972
- Studios
- Carlino Productions, United Artists, Winkler Films
- Genres
- Action, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The Mechanic is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Action, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Carlino Productions, United Artists, Winkler Films. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A veteran hitman mentors a vengeful son, blurring lines between art and murder.”
- Intriguing mentor‑apprentice relationship
- Atmospheric 1970s crime thriller
- Shows a hitman's artistic approach to killing
- Bleak tone may deter viewers looking for lighter fare
Watch it if you enjoy methodical crime dramas with a mentor‑apprentice twist.
Contains violent crime and somber themes, appropriate for mature teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's profession?
Arthur Bishop is a veteran hit man.
Why does he take on an apprentice?
Feeling depressed and lonely in middle age, he trains the son of one of his victims.
How does the film depict his killings?
He treats each hit as an artistic accident, using elaborate methods.
What is the film’s rating and runtime?
It is rated PG and runs 1 hour 39 minutes.
When was the film released and what genres does it belong to?
It premiered in the United States on November 17, 1972 and is classified as action, crime, and thriller.
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