Martyrs (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2008, Martyrs is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Pascal Laugier, running about 99 minutes. “They haven't finished being alive.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young woman’s quest for revenge against the people who kidnapped and tortured her as a child leads her and her best friend, also a victim of child abuse, on a terrifying journey into a living hell of depravity.
Who’s in it. Martyrs stars Mylène Jampanoï as Lucie Jurin, Morjana Alaoui as Anna Assaoui, Robert Toupin as Father and Xavier Dolan as Antoine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Martyrs has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Martyrs page.
If you liked it. Fans of Martyrs tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Martyrs (2008)?
- In US, Martyrs is available to stream on YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Martyrs worth watching?
- Martyrs holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Martyrs?
- Martyrs stars Mylène Jampanoï, Morjana Alaoui, Robert Toupin, Xavier Dolan and Patricia Tulasne.
- When was Martyrs released?
- Martyrs was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.