The Code (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 2001, The Code is an action, thriller and documentary film directed by Hannu Puttonen, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. The Code is a Finnish-made documentary about Linux, featuring some of the most influential people of the free software movement.

Who’s in it. The Code stars Eric Allman as Himself, Alan Cox as Himself, Miguel de Icaza as Himself and Jon 'maddog' Hall as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Code has been warmly received by audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Code 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 Code (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Code change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Code worth watching?
The Code holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Code?
The Code stars Eric Allman, Alan Cox, Miguel de Icaza, Jon 'maddog' Hall and Ari Lemmke.
When was The Code released?
The Code was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.