The Leap (2015): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2015, The Leap is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Karel van Bellingen, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. After a long interstellar search, man has found a second home: New Earth. After the scientists, the governments, the military and the wealthy, the hopeless masses of Earth too want their chance at a new life on this emerging world of wonder and opportunity. 'Taking the Leap' in whatever way, lawfully or not, has become the dream of millions. In order to deal with illegal stowaways and human trafficking on a Biblical scale, specialized police cadres have been activated. In 22nd century London, this is the Inter-Planetary Migration Administration. Confrontations between IPMA units and the smuggling rings are merciless, if not most for those caught in the middle. Jacob Reiss is a conscientious but disillusioned IPMA detective, a veteran with 15 years of service. An encounter with a Cartel prostitute presents him with an opportunity he had given up on, a chance to save himself from a crushing secret in his past, as well as an empty future on Earth.

Who’s in it. The Leap stars Alix Wilton Regan as Jade / Erin, Simon Merrells as Jacob Reiss, Jon Campling as Lead Merc and Karima McAdams as Freehaven Hostess, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Leap has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Leap page.

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