Restraint (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2008, Restraint is a thriller and drama film directed by David Denneen, running about 94 minutes. “Seclusion. Seduction. Survival.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Two fugitives land in hot water when they take a hostage who poses a threat to their well-being.

Who’s in it. Restraint stars Travis Fimmel as Ron, Teresa Palmer as Dale, Stephen Moyer as Andrew and Philip Holder as Sgt. Paul Widdens, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Restraint has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Restraint page.

If you liked it. Fans of Restraint tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Restraint (2008)?
In US, Restraint is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Restraint worth watching?
Restraint holds an audience score of 6.0 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 Restraint?
Restraint stars Travis Fimmel, Teresa Palmer, Stephen Moyer, Philip Holder and Margie McCrae.
When was Restraint released?
Restraint was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.