Riot (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2018, Riot is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jeffrey Walker, running about 105 minutes. “Come out fighting” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A look at the 1970s Gay Rights Movement in Australia through the eyes of dedicated activist Lance Gowland. As Lance deals with his sexuality, he must also juggle work, family and relationships.
Who’s in it. Riot stars Damon Herriman as Lance Gowland, Kate Box as Marg McCann, Xavier Samuel as Jim Walker and Jessica De Gouw as Robyn Plaister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Riot has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Sky Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Riot page.
If you liked it. Fans of Riot tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Riot (2018)?
- In GB, Riot is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Riot worth watching?
- Riot holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Riot?
- Riot stars Damon Herriman, Kate Box, Xavier Samuel, Jessica De Gouw and Josh Quong Tart.
- When was Riot released?
- Riot was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.