Hot Fuzz (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2007, Hot Fuzz is an action, comedy and crime film directed by Edgar Wright, running about 121 minutes. “Big cops. Small town. Moderate violence.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Former London constable Nicholas Angel finds it difficult to adapt to his new assignment in the sleepy British village of Sandford. Not only does he miss the excitement of the big city, but he also has a well-meaning oaf for a partner. However, when a series of grisly accidents rocks Sandford, Angel smells something rotten in the idyllic village.
Who’s in it. Hot Fuzz stars Simon Pegg as Nicholas Angel, Nick Frost as PC Danny Butterman, Jim Broadbent as Inspector Frank Butterman and Paddy Considine as DS Andy Wainwright, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Hot Fuzz has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $80.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hot Fuzz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Fuzz 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 Hot Fuzz (2007)?
- In US, Hot Fuzz is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hot Fuzz worth watching?
- Hot Fuzz holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hot Fuzz?
- Hot Fuzz stars Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, Jim Broadbent, Paddy Considine and Rafe Spall.
- When was Hot Fuzz released?
- Hot Fuzz was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.