The Marathon (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2012, The Marathon is a comedy and drama film directed by Diederick Koopal, running about 107 minutes. “You never walk alone” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four out-of-shape car mechanics decide to participate in the Rotterdam marathon. If they reach the finish in time, they will be able to pay off their debt — if they don't, they will lose their garage.
Who’s in it. The Marathon stars Frank Lammers as Kees, Martin van Waardenberg as Leo, Marcel Hensema as Nico and Stefan de Walle as Gerard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Marathon has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Marathon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Marathon tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Marathon (2012)?
- In US, The Marathon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Marathon worth watching?
- The Marathon holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Marathon?
- The Marathon stars Frank Lammers, Martin van Waardenberg, Marcel Hensema, Stefan de Walle and Georgina Verbaan.
- When was The Marathon released?
- The Marathon was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.