Unknown (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.7

Unknown poster

Released in 2011, Unknown is an action, thriller and mystery film directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, running about 113 minutes. “Take Back Your Life” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A man awakens from a coma, only to discover that someone has taken on his identity and that no one, (not even his wife), believes him. With the help of a young woman, he sets out to prove who he is.

Who’s in it. Unknown stars Liam Neeson as Dr. Martin Harris, Diane Kruger as Gina, January Jones as Elizabeth Harris and Aidan Quinn as Martin B., among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Unknown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $130.8M 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 Unknown page.

If you liked it. Fans of Unknown 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 Unknown (2011)?
In US, Unknown 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 Unknown worth watching?
Unknown holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Unknown?
Unknown stars Liam Neeson, Diane Kruger, January Jones, Aidan Quinn and Bruno Ganz.
When was Unknown released?
Unknown was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.