Irreversible (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2002, Irreversible is a thriller, drama, crime and mystery film directed by Gaspar Noé, running about 98 minutes. “Time destroys everything.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman’s lover and her ex-boyfriend take justice into their own hands after she becomes the victim of a rapist. Because some acts can’t be undone. Because man is an animal. Because the desire for vengeance is a natural impulse. Because most crimes remain unpunished.
Who’s in it. Irreversible stars Monica Bellucci as Alex, Vincent Cassel as Marcus, Albert Dupontel as Pierre and Jo Prestia as The Tapeworm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Irreversible has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $6.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Irreversible page.
If you liked it. Fans of Irreversible tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Irreversible (2002)?
- In US, Irreversible is available to stream on BFI Player Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Irreversible worth watching?
- Irreversible holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Irreversible?
- Irreversible stars Monica Bellucci, Vincent Cassel, Albert Dupontel, Jo Prestia and Philippe Nahon.
- When was Irreversible released?
- Irreversible was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.