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The Conversation

7.519741h 55mPGMovieCrimeDramaMystery

A paranoid, secretive surveillance expert has a crisis of conscience when he suspects that the couple he is spying on will be murdered.

DirectorFrancis Ford Coppola
WriterFrancis Ford Coppola
ProducerFrancis Ford Coppola

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Cast · Directed by Francis Ford Coppola

GHGene Hackman
Gene Hackman
Harry Caul
JCJohn Cazale
John Cazale
Stan
AGAllen Garfield
Allen Garfield
William P. 'Bernie' Moran
FFFrederic Forrest
Frederic Forrest
Mark
CWCindy Williams
Cindy Williams
Ann
MHMichael Higgins
Michael Higgins
Paul
EMElizabeth MacRae
Elizabeth MacRae
Meredith
TGTeri Garr
Teri Garr
Amy Fredericks
HFHarrison Ford
Harrison Ford
Martin Stett
MW
Mark Wheeler
Receptionist
RSRobert Shields
Robert Shields
The Mime
PA
Phoebe Alexander
Lurleen

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The Conversation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Conversation?

The Conversation is streaming on Lionsgate+, Howdy and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Conversation on Netflix?

No, The Conversation is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Lionsgate+ and Howdy.

Is The Conversation on Amazon Prime Video?

The Conversation isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Conversation for free?

The Conversation is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and YouTube Free in United States.