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Caught in the Headlights (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 2.8

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Released in 2005, Caught in the Headlights is a thriller film directed by Gavin Wilding.

What it’s about. A federal agent, Kate Parker arrives in a small rural town to extradite Claire Scott, a young woman suspected of murdering a government scientist. Kate is prevented from delivering her prisoner as the mysterious John Lawson, a rouge agent, now selling classified information on the black market, wants what Claire has - a deadly biological formula. Claire, unaware that she has it, proclaims her innocence, and together with Kate, must escape from Lawson and his two seasoned assassins Mr. and Mrs. Jones. Harry Eden, a CIA operative and Kate's former lover, is dropped into the equation to help Kate but ultimately might lead to her demise as a deadly game of cat-and-mouse is played to its extreme.

Who’s in it. Caught in the Headlights stars Erika Eleniak as Kate Parker, Kim Coates as Harry Eden, Brigitta Dau as Claire Scott and Stephen Huszar as Officer Duncan Finney, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, Caught in the Headlights has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Caught in the Headlights (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Caught in the Headlights change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Caught in the Headlights worth watching?
Caught in the Headlights holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Caught in the Headlights?
Caught in the Headlights stars Erika Eleniak, Kim Coates, Brigitta Dau, Stephen Huszar and Erin Gray.
When was Caught in the Headlights released?
Caught in the Headlights was released in 2005.