Mute (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2018, Mute is a thriller, mystery and science fiction film directed by Duncan Jones, running about 126 minutes. “He doesn’t need words.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A mute man with a violent past is forced to take on the teeming underworld of a near-future Berlin as he searches for his missing girlfriend.
Who’s in it. Mute stars Alexander Skarsgård as Leo Beiler, Paul Rudd as Cactus Bill, Justin Theroux as Duck Teddington and Seyneb Saleh as Naadirah, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Mute has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mute page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mute tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mute (2018)?
- In US, Mute is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mute worth watching?
- Mute holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mute?
- Mute stars Alexander Skarsgård, Paul Rudd, Justin Theroux, Seyneb Saleh and Robert Sheehan.
- When was Mute released?
- Mute was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 126 minutes.