The Mechanic (1972)
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- PG
- Theatrical Feature Running Time:
- 100 mins
Theatrical Release Information:
The Mechanic
Charles Bronson re-teams with director Michael Winner -- sandwiched between their first pairing in the underrated Chato's Land and their seminal collaboration in Death Wish -- in this Lewis John Carlino-scripted actioner. Bronson plays Arthur Bishop, a "mechanic" or hired killer, famed for his efficient and unfeeling contract executions. The young and eager Steve McKenna (Jan-Michael Vincent) teams up with him, hoping that Bishop will teach him the bounty-hunting business. Imparting words of wisdom to Steve like, "Murder is only killing without a license and everybody kills -- the Army, the police," the two undergo a series of adventures as Bishop shows Steve the ropes. Between action scenes, Bronson's wife Jill Ireland makes an appearance as a sexy hooker. ~ Paul Brenner, All Movie Guide
Complete Cast of The Mechanic:
Keenan Wynn also in Warning Shot , Angels in the Outfield , Without Love , Son of Flubber , Point Blank
Frank DeKova also in Jive Turkey , F Troop: Season 02 , American Pop , Arrowhead , Those Calloways
John Barclay also in The Mikado , Soylent Green , King Rat , Dodsworth , The Brotherhood of Satan
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