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The Operation

19731h 15mMovieDramaTV Movie

David Adler is an operator. He strips assets, other men's wives, and his oldest friend's soul - anything for a cool million.

DirectorRoy Battersby
WriterRoger Smith
ProducerKenith Trodd

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Cast · Directed by Roy Battersby

GLGeorge Lazenby
George Lazenby
David Adler
TKTom Kempinski
Tom Kempinski
George Timmins
MRMaurice Roëves
Maurice Roëves
Ted Hardin
MS
Maureen Shaw
Diane Hardin
MG
Michael Gover
Alec
JSJohnny Shannon
Johnny Shannon
Ron
JR
John Rapley
Chief Rotarian
PS
Patsy Smart
Cleaner
JMJohn Malcolm
John Malcolm
Porter
TCTony Caunter
Tony Caunter
Alderman
PWPeggy Ann Wood
Peggy Ann Wood
Olive
AM
Alex Marshall
Girl at Party

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The Operation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Operation?

The Operation isn't streaming anywhere in United Kingdom yet.

Is The Operation on Netflix?

No, The Operation is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026.

Is The Operation on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch The Operation for free?

The Operation isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Operation?

The Operation hasn't started streaming in United Kingdom yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 16, 1973. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.