The Narrows (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2008, The Narrows is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by François Velle, running about 107 minutes. “He's got to get out, if he's going to get ahead.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A 19 year old Brooklyn boy who is torn between two worlds when his photography portfolio wins him a partial scholarship to NYU. He must figure out how to balance his Italian neighborhood roots with the expansive, sophisticated world on the other side of the East River. Based on Tim McLoughlin's novel "Heart of the Old Country".
Who’s in it. The Narrows stars Kevin Zegers as Mike Manadoro, Vincent D'Onofrio as Vinny Manadoro, Sophia Bush as Kathy Popovich and Eddie Cahill as Nicky Shades, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Narrows has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Narrows page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Narrows tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Narrows (2008)?
- In US, The Narrows is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Narrows worth watching?
- The Narrows holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Narrows?
- The Narrows stars Kevin Zegers, Vincent D'Onofrio, Sophia Bush, Eddie Cahill and Titus Welliver.
- When was The Narrows released?
- The Narrows was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.