Cargo (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 5.9

Cargo poster

Released in 2009, Cargo is a thriller, mystery and science fiction film directed by Ivan Engler, running about 120 minutes. “Space Is Cold” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The story of CARGO takes place on rusty space-freighter KASSANDRA on its way to Station 42. The young medic LAURA is the only one awake on board while the rest of the crew lies frozen in hibernation sleep. In 4 months will Laura's shift be over.

Who’s in it. Cargo stars Martin Rapold as Samuel Decker, Anna-Katharina Schwabroh as Laura Portmann, Regula Grauwiller as Anna Lindbergh and Yangzom Brauen as Miyuki Yoshida, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Cargo has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cargo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Cargo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cargo (2009)?
In AU, Cargo is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Cargo worth watching?
Cargo holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cargo?
Cargo stars Martin Rapold, Anna-Katharina Schwabroh, Regula Grauwiller, Yangzom Brauen and Michael Finger.
When was Cargo released?
Cargo was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.