The Punisher (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2004, The Punisher is an action, drama and crime film directed by Jonathan Hensleigh, running about 124 minutes. “There is no justice, there is only revenge.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When undercover FBI agent Frank Castle's wife and son are slaughtered, he becomes 'the Punisher' -- a ruthless vigilante willing to go to any length to avenge his family.
Who’s in it. The Punisher stars Thomas Jane as Frank Castle / The Punisher, John Travolta as Howard Saint, Will Patton as Quentin Glass and Roy Scheider as Frank Castle, Sr., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Punisher has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $54.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Punisher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Punisher 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 Punisher (2004)?
- In US, The Punisher is available to stream on Peacock Premium. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Punisher worth watching?
- The Punisher holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Punisher?
- The Punisher stars Thomas Jane, John Travolta, Will Patton, Roy Scheider and Laura Harring.
- When was The Punisher released?
- The Punisher was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.