The Listening (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2006, The Listening is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Giacomo Martelli, running about 105 minutes. “The story is fiction. The technology is real.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Estranged by the degree of corporate influence within the largest U.S. listening station in the world, an aging NSA officer defects and mounts a clandestine counter-listening station high in the Italian alps.
Who’s in it. The Listening stars Michael Parks as James Wagley, James Parks as Anthony Ashe, Maya Sansa as Francesca and Vincent Riotta as Vaughan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Listening has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $362.7K at the box office.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Listening page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Listening tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Listening (2006)?
- In AU, The Listening 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 The Listening worth watching?
- The Listening holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Listening?
- The Listening stars Michael Parks, James Parks, Maya Sansa, Vincent Riotta and Matt Patresi.
- When was The Listening released?
- The Listening was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.