The Samaritan (2012)
Movie 1h 30m ★ 5.5/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge
Dating from 2012, The Samaritan sits in the thriller corner of our catalogue. It is directed by David Weaver. The cast includes Samuel L. Jackson, Ruth Negga and Tom Wilkinson. The running time is 1h 30m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 5.5 out of 10.
Synopsis
After twenty years in prison, Foley is finished with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris, the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
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Cast & crew
- David WeaverDirector
- Samuel L. Jacksonas Foley
- Ruth Neggaas Iris
- Tom Wilkinsonas Xavier
- Tom McCamusas Deacon
- Gil Bellowsas Bartender Bill
- Rufus Crawfordas Construction Foreman
- Deborah Kara Ungeras Helena
- Luke Kirbyas Ethan
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Questions about The Samaritan
- What genre is The Samaritan?
- The Samaritan is categorised as Thriller.
- Who stars in The Samaritan?
- Samuel L. Jackson, Ruth Negga, Tom Wilkinson, Tom McCamus, Gil Bellows appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Samaritan?
- David Weaver directed The Samaritan.
- How long is The Samaritan?
- The Samaritan runs for 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- Is The Samaritan worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 5.5/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Samaritan?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
