Residual Risk (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2011, Residual Risk is a thriller and drama film directed by Urs Egger.
What it’s about. Nuclear security expert Katja Wernecke (Ulrike Folkerts) helps cover up a fire in the German nuclear reactor she works in, before the government takes a decision on extending the usage license for it. But the press uncovers it. PR man Steffen Stratmann (Matthias Koerbelin) is brought in to improve the companies image - but before he can implement his plan a nuclear meltdown occurs. 2m people have to be evacuated. Wernecke re-enters the hot zone to investigate the cause...
Who’s in it. Residual Risk stars Ulrike Folkerts as Katja Wernecke, Thomas Sarbacher as Gerald Wernecke, Matthias Koeberlin as Steffen Strathmann and Gerhard Garbers as Bernd Mahlsdorf, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Residual Risk has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Residual Risk page.
If you liked it. Fans of Residual Risk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Residual Risk (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Residual Risk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Residual Risk worth watching?
- Residual Risk holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Residual Risk?
- Residual Risk stars Ulrike Folkerts, Thomas Sarbacher, Matthias Koeberlin, Gerhard Garbers and Kai Wiesinger.
- When was Residual Risk released?
- Residual Risk was released in 2011.