Sweeney Todd (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2006, Sweeney Todd is a thriller, drama, horror and music film directed by David Moore, running about 90 minutes. “The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A BBC adaptation of the Victorian "penny dreadful" tale of 18th century "demon barber" Sweeney Todd, of Fleet Street, who cuts the throats of unsuspecting clients in his London shop.
Who’s in it. Sweeney Todd stars Ray Winstone as Sweeney Todd, Essie Davis as Mrs Lovett, David Warner as Fielding and Tom Hardy as Matthew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Sweeney Todd has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweeney Todd page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweeney Todd tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweeney Todd (2006)?
- In GB, Sweeney Todd is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Sweeney Todd worth watching?
- Sweeney Todd holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sweeney Todd?
- Sweeney Todd stars Ray Winstone, Essie Davis, David Warner, Tom Hardy and David Bradley.
- When was Sweeney Todd released?
- Sweeney Todd was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.