The Motel Life (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2012, The Motel Life is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Alan Polsky, running about 95 minutes. “They will do anything to find the truth” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A pair of working-class brothers flee their Reno Motel after getting involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident.
Who’s in it. The Motel Life stars Emile Hirsch as Frank, Stephen Dorff as Jerry Lee, Dakota Fanning as Annie James and Kris Kristofferson as Earl Hurley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Motel Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Motel Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Motel Life tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Motel Life (2012)?
- In US, The Motel Life is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Motel Life worth watching?
- The Motel Life holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Motel Life?
- The Motel Life stars Emile Hirsch, Stephen Dorff, Dakota Fanning, Kris Kristofferson and Joshua Leonard.
- When was The Motel Life released?
- The Motel Life was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.