Heartless (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 2009, Heartless is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Philip Ridley, running about 114 minutes. “The darker it gets the more you see.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story follows Jamie, a troubled young man with a birthmark on his face, which has left him feeling isolated and fearful, hiding from the world outside. He lives in the East End of London, an area notorious for its violent hooded gangs. According to news reports, the gangs are now wearing demon masks. But, one night, Jamie discovers the terrifying truth.
Who’s in it. Heartless stars Jim Sturgess as Jamie Morgan, Luke Treadaway as Lee Morgan, Clémence Poésy as Tia and Justin Salinger as Raymond Morgan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Heartless has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Heartless page.
If you liked it. Fans of Heartless tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Heartless (2009)?
- In US, Heartless is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Heartless worth watching?
- Heartless holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Heartless?
- Heartless stars Jim Sturgess, Luke Treadaway, Clémence Poésy, Justin Salinger and Noel Clarke.
- When was Heartless released?
- Heartless was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.