The Set Up (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1995, The Set Up is an action, thriller and mystery film directed by Strathford Hamilton, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Charlie Thorpe, a security systems expert, gets caught during a robbery. When he is released from jail he is hired by a bank owner to design a fool proof system during the refurbishing of a bank. But shortly after it's finished he is blackmailed into cracking the security.
Who’s in it. The Set Up stars Billy Zane as Charles Thorpe, Mia Sara as Gina Sands, James Russo as Kliff and James Coburn as Jeremiah Cole, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Set Up has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Set Up page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Set Up 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 Set Up (1995)?
- In US, The Set Up is available to stream on YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Set Up worth watching?
- The Set Up holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Set Up?
- The Set Up stars Billy Zane, Mia Sara, James Russo, James Coburn and Louis Mandylor.
- When was The Set Up released?
- The Set Up was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.