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Bleeder (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1999, Bleeder is a drama and crime film directed by Nicolas Winding Refn, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Two stories for the price of one: Lenny works in a video shop and tries to get acquainted with the waitress Lea. Leo can't cope with the pressure of becoming a father, leading to trouble with his pregnant wife and especially her brother.

Who’s in it. Bleeder stars Kim Bodnia as Leo, Mads Mikkelsen as Lenny, Zlatko Burić as Kitjo and Liv Corfixen as Lea, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Bleeder has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bleeder page.

If you liked it. Fans of Bleeder tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Bleeder (1999)?
In US, Bleeder is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Bleeder worth watching?
Bleeder holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Bleeder?
Bleeder stars Kim Bodnia, Mads Mikkelsen, Zlatko Burić, Liv Corfixen and Levino Jensen.
When was Bleeder released?
Bleeder was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.