Rollerball
1975
Feature Film
★ 6.5/10
Released 6/25/1975 (United States)
📖 Storyline
In a futuristic society where corporations have replaced countries, the violent game of Rollerball is used to control the populace by demonstrating the futility of individuality. However, one player, Jonathan E., rises to the top, fights for his personal freedom, and threatens the corporate control. —Jeff Hansen <jmh@umich.edu>In a futuristic society where corporations have replaced countries, the violent game of Rollerball is used to control the populace by demonstrating the futility of individuality. However, one player, Jonathan E., rises to the top, fights for his personal freedom, and threatens the corporate control. —Jeff Hansen <jmh@umich.edu>
🎭 Cast & Crew
Director
Norman Jewison
Main Star
James Caan, Character: Jonathan E.
Supporting
John Houseman (as Bartholomew), Maud Adams (as Ella), John Beck (as Moonpie), Moses Gunn (as Cletus), Pamela Hensley (as Mackie), Barbara Trentham (as Daphne), John Normington (as Executive), Shane Rimmer (as Rusty, Team Executive), Burt Kwouk (as Japanese Doctor), Nancy Bleier (as Girl in Library), Richard LeParmentier (as Bartholomew's Aide), Robert Ito (as Strategy Coach for Houston Team), Ralph Richardson (as Librarian), Craig R. Baxley (as Madrid Biker #1), Jimmy Berg (as Houston Team Rookie), Steve Boyum (as Biker), Miquel Brown
ℹ️ Details
Awards
Won 1 BAFTA Film Award 4 wins total
IMDb Rating
6.5/10
(31,045 votes)
Reviews
238
Release Date
6/25/1975 (United States)
Format
Feature Film
Filmed In
United States
Country
United States