Dead Fish (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 5.6

Dead Fish poster

Released in 2005, Dead Fish is an action, comedy, thriller and adventure film directed by Charley Stadler, running about 94 minutes. “Traitors, killers and lovers collide in London.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Gary Oldman is Lynch, a strangely charming hit man in this explosively funny dark comedy in the tradition of Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. With an all-star cast including Terence Stamp, Elena Anaya, Robert Carlyle and Billy Zane, Dead Fish is a chaotic tale of criminals looking for love, money and revenge that will have you falling out of your chair laughing!

Who’s in it. Dead Fish stars Gary Oldman as Lynch, Robert Carlyle as Danny Devine, Anouska Bolton Lee as French Prostitute (as Anoushka Bolton Lee) and Cassandra Bell as Sugar Waters, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Dead Fish has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Dead Fish 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 Dead Fish (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Fish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Dead Fish worth watching?
Dead Fish holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, thriller and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Dead Fish?
Dead Fish stars Gary Oldman, Robert Carlyle, Anouska Bolton Lee, Cassandra Bell and John Pearson.
When was Dead Fish released?
Dead Fish was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.