---
title: "The Next Man"
year: 1976
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-next-man-1976"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 86133
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 4.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Next Man (1976) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-next-man-1976

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Next Man is a 1976 action and thriller film directed and set against the backdrop of international politics. It follows Khalil, an Arab diplomat who aims to make peace with Israel and admit the Jewish state as a member of OPEC, making him the target of ingeniously conceived assassination attempts. The film features the score debut of composer Michael Kamen alongside music by New York City guitarist Frederic Hand.

Running for 1 hour and 48 minutes, the film combines action with suspense as Khalil attempts to thwart assassins with the aid of his friend Hamid and his girlfriend Nicole, while questioning if he can trust them. Released in the United States in November 1976, it provides a dramatic exploration of political ambition and paranoia.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An Arab diplomat faces deadly assassination attempts after seeking peace with Israel."

### Why Watch
- Sean Connery stars as Arab diplomat Khalil.
- Features the film score debut for composer Michael Kamen.
- Includes music by New York City guitarist Frederic Hand.

### Caveats & Content Note
- The synopsis does not provide details on streaming availability.
- Tone & Suitability: The tone involves high-stakes political danger and suspense as an Arab diplomat navigates threats against his life.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #political-thriller, #assassination-attempts, #diplomatic-intrigue, #paranoia, #1970s-cinema

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Next Man?
The provided sources do not specify where the film is currently available to stream.

### Q: Is The Next Man worth watching?
It may appeal to viewers interested in 1970s political thrillers starring Sean Connery and featuring the early work of composer Michael Kamen.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes.

### Q: Who composed the music for the film?
The film features music by New York City guitarist Frederic Hand and marks the film score debut for composer Michael Kamen.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Next Man — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/86133)
- [The Next Man - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Next_Man)
- [The Next Man (1976) - SeanConnery.com](https://seanconnery.com/filmography/the-next-man/)
- [The Man Next Door (1923) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/173604-the-man-next-door/prehled/)

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