Bullitt (DVD, 1997)

One of Steve McQueen's best. He plays the prototype for every movie cop who
refuses to play by the book. Frank Bullitt (McQueen) must lead a detail that
must baby sit a gangster for 48 hours. When hit men snuff the witness and a
fellow cop, Bullitt won't be stopped in his quest for vengnance. Bullitt
earned immortality for the 100 mph car chase sequence that roars up and around
the hills of San Francisco. A great plot ends with an exciting shootout also,
at the airport of the city. A must see for action classic lovers and people
who enjoy action thrillers. A good deal of suspense is involved too as Bullitt
follows his leads in order to find his prey-the killers. GREAT MOVIE!

Steve McQueen in the title role was...........Steve McQueen, playing the part of a tough no nonsense cop. The plot was somewhat weak and the sequense of events a little disjointed. Still a well done film with one remarkable chase scene, with McQueen doing the actual driving of the Mustang. Worth watching for the "muscle" cars of the day. If this isn't your cup of tea, this film is probably not for you.

I have to admit I bought the movie for the famous chase scene with Steve McQueen (Det. Bullitt) in a late 60's Mustang 2+2 and the 2 quite, methodical killers riding high in a Dodge Charger RT (black of course). The chase scene through the streets of San Francisco is awesome and set the mark for any cinema chases to try and better. If you watch it several times, it's fun to spot some of the same 'innocent' cars nearly wrecked during the chase and of course, the time sequence where you can observe headlights, hubcap covers, fenders etc. all mixed up in the excitement of the chase.
But what about the movie? A very intriquing plot with the main character police Detective Frank Bullitt (Steve McQueen) trying to keep the health status of a protective mob witness assigned to Mcqueen a secret.
Exciting action, very good character acting, and the beautiful city of San
Francisco make this a complete film which should keep your senses intent while balistic during the 'chase'.
Note: Ford Motor Company made 2 of the chase Mustangs - one of which was crushed due to damage during the chase - and the other in a private collection. Through the years, Ford has also honored the film by producing 'Bullitt' Mustangs in very limited production. Also well worth mentioning is that the late Steve McQueen did his own stunt driving in the chase.
This movie is a 'Don't Miss'!

This was the best movie the Steve McQueen ever made. He did the driving in the chase scene himself against everyones advise. The movie was shot on the streets of San Francisco on a Sunday morning and gave a new realism to the story. The small part of a taxi driver was played by an unknown new actor, Robert Duvall. I was so thrilled by this movie in 1968, that I bought the same Mustang that year and still have it. This movie was the goundbreaker for all the chase movies that came after.

Bullitt takes its place as a Hall of Fame type classic for fans of hard-boiled detective action films. It set the standard for realism in this genre, using, for example, real doctors and nurses, rather than actors, in its hospital sequences. Its car chase sequence is unmatched in any film, even after over 40 years. Other films come close, namely, The French Connection and The Seven-ups (both of which, like Bullitt, feature the driving of stunt driver Bill Hickman), but to me, Bullitt's acrobatic, high-speed sequences through the steep, hilly, dense streets of San Francisco is still the best.
It's dated (1968), coming from an era which was less violent and comparatively secure. One theme in this film is how Lieutenant Frank Bullitt (Steve McQueen) becomes hardened and dehumanized from being exposed to so much violence as a detective. But by today's standards, the movie is relatively tame. There is more blood today in an average CSI episode. The average TV viewer today is probably as much or more desensitized than Lieutenant Bullitt was. The finale at San Francisco Airport in particular, shows how much the world has changed. Security was much less strict. Nobody was seen going through a screening machine, and international passengers were allowed to board with guns.
People in their 20s or 30s may find this film is too dated to ring true to the world as they see it, but they are bound to enjoy the action and story nevertheless. As for people like me, in their late 40s and 50s and older, the nostalgia actually adds to the enjoyment.
I must have seen this film over 30 times, and will continue to watch it again and again.

Starring The ultimate guy of COOL!A movie that still ranks highest in car chase movies even by today's standards.
So if you love muscle cars or Steve Mcqueen this is a MUST-HAVE.
In one of his most memorable roles, Steve McQueen stars as Detective Frank Bullitt, a hard-driving, tough-as-nails San Francisco cop. Bullitt has just received what sounds like a routine assignment: keep a star witness out of sight and out of danger for 48 hours, then deliver him to the courtroom on Monday morning. From opening shot to closing shootout, Peter Yates's edge-of-the seat thriller is packed with authentic touches, from on-location San Francisco filming and believably crisp dialogue to uncompromisingly detailed police, hospital, and morgue procedures. The most memorable scene is BULLITT's celebrated car chase. McQueen, an expert automobile and motorcycle racer, does his own stunt driving as he propels his high-performance Mustang GT around and over San Francisco's fabled hills at speeds up to 115 miles an hour. The film is based on Robert L. Pike's book, MUTE WITNESS
Your movie collection is not complete if this is not in it.

Dads favorite movie of all times. fathers days.Mustang race best ever great effects. Keeps you on the edge of your seat.

I loved Everything about it. It was interesting to understand, I had to watch it several times to completely understand how the political canidate had set up things to work to his advantage. No witness testified. But i think that would have exposed the canidate for what he really was. Mobster himself.

once again...i loved the sevice & the dvd...both were excellent! it was the first noted role for robert duval, the cab driver, who as we all know would go on to major roles and stand-out performances....the stunt work displayed was vastly superior to any seen up to this work. many great actors & actresses made this film seem real.the condition & appearence of the dvd was great.

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"KING OF COOL" -- WHAT'S NOT TO LIKE!? GREAT CAR CHASE, VILLAINS YOU LOVE TO HATE, McQUEEN GETS 'EM ALL! HOLLYWOOD NEEDS TO RETURN TO THESE KIND OF FLICKS AND HEROES!!

It has excellent car chase in it. I purchased the DVD because it's a classic and will go with my collection.

What can you say bad about Steve McQueen...... He was awesome then and then comes the mustang.....Love It!!!!

One of the all time classics, car chase is Excellent, real cars real driving---------and Steve McQueen was good too

It is a classic movie with fast action and good acting. It is as interesting today as when the movie was first out.

I saw the movie on the big screen because I always liked Steve McQueen. I loved the chase scene and that is why I wanted the DVD. The disc and the case were in great shape when it arrived. I will enjoy watching the movie many times.

What is there no to dislike the great Steve McQueen. The best car chase scene ever done. I bought this item for a good friend who also loves a great car chase.

Steve McQueen's Solar productions released this movie in 1968, and it is always cited as having one of the best car chases ever filmed. But Bullitt offers more than an exciting duel between a Charger and a Mustang. McQueen's commitment to authenticity makes the story very believable. In the hospital scenes, actual doctors are used instead of actors. The whole film is shot on location in San Francisco, not a sound stage. The supporting cast are first rate -- Don Gordon, Jacqueline Bisset and the incomparable Robert Vaughn infuse their characters with palpable depth. From the amazing opening credits to the exciting climax at the airport, Bullitt is an essential addition to any film aficionado's library.

I'm 52 years old, I heard a lot about this movie but never had the chance to see it. I heard that the chase scene was the ultimate ever seen. They were right...! I'm a big Mustang lover and I really don't like Dodge. But this was the best...!
The movie was also very full of detail. Unlike the movies now days. Now days it seams that they have the camera so close to the action that you lose the big picture.
The parts where they get right into the operating room was so accurate, it was like I was there.
It's a great movie...!

Seen movie when it first came out and the chase seen looks like it really would be.Chase seens in todays movies are exciting but un real looking and bullet dvd chas is as you might see today in real world.

Fast shipping!! Exactly what we ordered, and the movie was really good. The movie is action packed and Steve McQueen was very good in this movie. Loved seeing the Mustang.

I am a Steve McQueen fan and I like everything he was ever in. Bullitt was one of my favirites mainly because of the car chase that takes place, but it is also fun to see scenes of the way things were back in those days. As far as a plot ... Well, just enjoy the movie for what it is, a blast from the past. Does the good guy win, well you will just have to watch the movie.

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Great old movie, I have always liked it. It is a new copy and in excellent condition. I shall enjoy it over and over.