The Hard Word (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2002, The Hard Word is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Scott Roberts, running about 102 minutes. “In a word, they're gone” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three fraternal bank robbers, languishing in jail, discover a profitable (if not dodgy) way to spend their time. Crime can most certainly pay, if you "know wot I mean?" However when sex and greed rear-up between the good crims and the bad cops, the consequences are both bizarre and fatal.
Who’s in it. The Hard Word stars Guy Pearce as Dale, Robert Taylor as Frank, Rachel Griffiths as Carol and Joel Edgerton as Shane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Hard Word has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hard Word page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hard Word 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 Hard Word (2002)?
- In US, The Hard Word is available to stream on YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hard Word worth watching?
- The Hard Word holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hard Word?
- The Hard Word stars Guy Pearce, Robert Taylor, Rachel Griffiths, Joel Edgerton and Damien Richardson.
- When was The Hard Word released?
- The Hard Word was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.