The Retrieval (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film
Released in 2014, The Retrieval is a thriller film directed by Tom Nagel, running about 9 minutes. “Escape is not an option” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the rugged, solitary desert, an elite tactical retrieval team moves in on a small shack, on what they believe will be an ordinary mission. They couldn't be more wrong. Agents Mitchell and Simms- an elite two-man tactical insertion team- drop into place outside a solitary desert shack. Inside, lone gunman Adam watches over a shivering, feverish girl but he knows something is coming. With instructions to apprehend at all costs, Mitchell and Simms prepare to move in when everything goes sideways. They must complete their mission, but when it's all over who will be the last one standing?
Who’s in it. The Retrieval stars Thomas Downey as The Controller, Amanda Barton as Eve, Jeff Denton as Mitchell and Brian Nagel as Simms, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Retrieval page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Retrieval tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Retrieval (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Retrieval change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Retrieval?
- The Retrieval stars Thomas Downey, Amanda Barton, Jeff Denton, Brian Nagel and Eric Paul Erickson.
- When was The Retrieval released?
- The Retrieval was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.