Raid (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2003, Raid is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Tapio Piirainen, running about 128 minutes.

What it’s about. Raid is a mysterious drifter and ex-criminal who comes and goes as he pleases. He has been away from the country for an extended period of time but learns on his return that his ex-girlfriend Tarja has presumably died in a fire that he soon discovers was a larceny. He is also contacted by inspector Jansson, who he knows from the past regarding the murder of a protestor. Raid begins his investigation and soon finds that there's more to the cases than meets the eye.. This movie is a sequel to the very popular Raid TV series.

Who’s in it. Raid stars Kai Lehtinen as Raid, Mari Rantasila as Tarja Piirainen, Oiva Lohtander as Police Lieutenant Eero Jansson and Kirsti Valve as Sergeant Susanna 'Sanna' Susisaari, among others.

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

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Raid page.

If you liked it. Fans of Raid tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Raid (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Raid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Raid worth watching?
Raid holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Raid?
Raid stars Kai Lehtinen, Mari Rantasila, Oiva Lohtander, Kirsti Valve and Pekka Huotari.
When was Raid released?
Raid was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.