The Bouncer (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2003, The Bouncer is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Jesper W. Nielsen, running about 93 minutes. “En ny film af Jesper W. Nielsen, instruktøren af 'Okay'” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on a true story the film tells the story of Svend who fights to save his elderly parents' marriage even though it has made his life almost unbearable. When he meets Lizzie he discovers how big a part of his family's hatred and jealousy he himself is. The only thing left is the ultimate break off, or the ultimate forgiveness.
Who’s in it. The Bouncer stars Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Svend, Iben Hjejle as Lizzie, Per Oscarsson as Karl and Rita Angela as Esther, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Bouncer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bouncer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bouncer 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 The Bouncer (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bouncer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bouncer worth watching?
- The Bouncer holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bouncer?
- The Bouncer stars Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Iben Hjejle, Per Oscarsson, Rita Angela and Trine Appel.
- When was The Bouncer released?
- The Bouncer was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.