Duel

– Travelling businessman, David Mann, angers the driver of a rusty tanker whilst crossing the Californ..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.70 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 30 Minutes
Release Year:
1971
Duel (1971)

Travelling businessman, David Mann, angers the driver of a rusty tanker whilst crossing the Californian desert. A simple trip turns deadly as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.

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Producing Country:
USA
Filming Locations:
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Duel (1971) - Trailer

Release Date:

13 Nov 1971

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Steven Spielberg

Writer:

Richard Matheson (screenplay), Richard Matheson (story)

Main Actors:

Dennis Weaver, Jacqueline Scott, Eddie Firestone, Lou Frizzell

Plot:

While traveling through the desert for an appointment with a client, the businessman David Mann from California passes a slow and old tanker truck. The psychotic truck driver feels offended and chases David along the empty highway trying to kill him.

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 4 nominations.

Production:

Universal Pictures

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
88%