Apartment Zero (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.7

Released in 1989, Apartment Zero is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Martin Donovan, running about 124 minutes. “Danger lurks those who open the secret doors of Apartment Zero.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a rundown area of Buenos Aires, at the dawn of the 1980s, Adrian LeDuc owns both a struggling movie theater and a shabby apartment building filled with eccentric, squabbling tenants. To make ends meet, Adrian takes in a roommate, Jack Carney, but soon begins to suspect that the quiet American is responsible for a series of political assassinations that are rocking the city.
Who’s in it. Apartment Zero stars Hart Bochner as Jack Carney, Colin Firth as Adrian LeDuc, Dora Bryan as Margaret McKinney and Liz Smith as Mary Louise McKinney, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Apartment Zero has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $670.8K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Apartment Zero page.
If you liked it. Fans of Apartment Zero tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Apartment Zero (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Apartment Zero change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Apartment Zero worth watching?
- Apartment Zero holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Apartment Zero?
- Apartment Zero stars Hart Bochner, Colin Firth, Dora Bryan, Liz Smith and Mirella D'Angelo.
- When was Apartment Zero released?
- Apartment Zero was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.
