Rollerball

"In the not-too-distant future, wars will no longer exist. But there WILL be...The Game"

Jun 25 1975 R 2h 5m
Action, Sci-Fi, Sport

In a corporate-controlled future, an ultra-violent sport known as Rollerball represents the world, and one of its powerful athletes is out to defy those who want him out of the game.

Official Trailer
Plot

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.

Written by

William Harrison

Directed by

Norman Jewison

Cast

James Caan, John Houseman, Maud Adams

Crew

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Production Countries

United Kingdom, United States of America

Production Companies

Algonquin, United Artists

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 BAFTA Award4 wins & 5 nominations total

Trailers
Rollerball (1975) Trailer
Rollerball ? 1975 ? Trailer #1
Official Trailer
Rollerball ? 1975 ? Trailer #1
Scores
# of Votes
30,605
Average Rating
6.5 out of 10
Metascore
56
Popularity
NA