Blade Runner (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 1982, Blade Runner is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Ridley Scott, running about 118 minutes. “Man has made his match... now it's his problem.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the smog-choked dystopian Los Angeles of 2019, blade runner Rick Deckard is called out of retirement to terminate a quartet of replicants who have escaped to Earth seeking their creator for a way to extend their short life spans.
Who’s in it. Blade Runner stars Harrison Ford as Rick Deckard, Rutger Hauer as Roy Batty, Sean Young as Rachael and Edward James Olmos as Gaff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Blade Runner has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $41.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Blade Runner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Blade Runner tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Blade Runner (1982)?
- In US, Blade Runner 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 Blade Runner worth watching?
- Blade Runner holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Blade Runner?
- Blade Runner stars Harrison Ford, Rutger Hauer, Sean Young, Edward James Olmos and M. Emmet Walsh.
- When was Blade Runner released?
- Blade Runner was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.