The Split

The Split has quietly become one of the more dependable crime dramas currently available in the US on Kanopy. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. With 35 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Watch Jim Brown work — the performance is a masterclass in restraint. Put it on tonight on Kanopy and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, The Split is worth clearing space for. The plotting in The Split is tight enough that the twists feel earned rather than assembled. A group of thieves attempt a daring robbery of a football stadium. The writing gets a boost from Jim Brown and Diahann Carroll, who sell every scene they're in. It was released in 1968. What distinguishes the best crime dramas from the rest is whether the character work can carry scenes where the mystery takes a breath — The Split passes that test consistently. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

If you cannot walk away from a good mystery, The Split will keep you hooked. It does not lean on comparisons to make its case. Short enough to finish in one sitting, substantial enough to feel satisfying. Watch Jim Brown work — it is a masterclass in the genre. Few crime dramas earn their twists this consistently.

The Split was released in 1968, directed by Gordon Flemyng. The full 91-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.