New Blood (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1999, New Blood is a thriller and crime film directed by Michael Hurst, running about 98 minutes. “Crime always pays” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Alan White is a desperate man; his daughter must have a heart transplant to live. He gets an unexpected visit from his adult son, Danny, a criminal who hasn't spoken to his family in years. Danny lost track of a man marked for death and is afraid to face his merciless crime boss. In Danny's plight, Alan sees a way to save both of his children, already prepared to die in order to donate his heart to his daughter, he will stand in for Danny's escaped hostage.
Who’s in it. New Blood stars John Hurt as Alan White, Nick Moran as Danny White, Carrie-Anne Moss as Leigh and Shawn Wayans as Valentine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, New Blood has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch New Blood page.
If you liked it. Fans of New Blood tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch New Blood (1999)?
- In US, New Blood is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is New Blood worth watching?
- New Blood holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in New Blood?
- New Blood stars John Hurt, Nick Moran, Carrie-Anne Moss, Shawn Wayans and Joe Pantoliano.
- When was New Blood released?
- New Blood was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.