2018… Norman Jewison and William Harrison expand Harrison’s short story into a full length feature film, with great results. Story takes place in 2018 and the world is a global corporate state, a hegemony of six ruling cartels. There are no wars, poverty and etc, so the cartels provide the antidote to pent up frustrations with Rollerball, a bloodthirsty arena sport where no quarter is given or taken. But when the…
In the not-too-distant future, wars will no longer exist. But there WILL be...The Game
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.
Top Cast
James Caan
Jonathan E.
John Houseman
Bartholomew
Maud Adams
Ella
John Beck
Moonpie
Moses Gunn
Cletus
Pamela Hensley
Mackie
Barbara Trentham
Daphne
Shane Rimmer
Rusty, Team Executive
John Normington
Executive
Burt Kwouk
Japanese Doctor
Nancy Bleier
Girl in Library
Richard LeParmentier
Bartholomew's Aide
Robert Ito
Strategy Coach for Houston Team
Ralph Richardson
Librarian
Valli Kemp
Woman at Party (uncredited)
Dick Enberg
Pregame Announcer (uncredited)
Reviews
"Rollerball" is a violent, quickly paced and ruthless sport and "Jonathan E" (James Caan) is it's acclaimed hero. Dominant and popular, the crowd love him - but his boss "Bartholomew" (John Houseman) tells him it's time to retire. Their world is run by big corporations and these are not to be readily defied - but "Jonathan" isn't going to play ball. He is not going to sacrifice his fame, fortune and adulation…
FAQ about Rollerball
What is Rollerball about?
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.
When was Rollerball released?
Rollerball was released in 1975.
What genres does Rollerball belong to?
Rollerball is categorised as Science Fiction, Action.
Who stars in Rollerball?
The cast of Rollerball includes James Caan, John Houseman, Maud Adams, John Beck, Moses Gunn.