Control (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2004, Control is an action and thriller film directed by Tim Hunter, running about 104 minutes. “Sentenced to death... chosen to live... destined to kill again.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lee Ray Oliver, a death row inmate, is given a second chance at life if he agrees to undergo a new chemical treatment used to modify behavior.
Who’s in it. Control stars Ray Liotta as Lee Ray Oliver, Willem Dafoe as Dr. Michael Copeland, Michelle Rodriguez as Teresa and Stephen Rea as Dr. Arlo Penner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Control has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Control page.
If you liked it. Fans of Control 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 Control (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Control change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Control worth watching?
- Control holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Control?
- Control stars Ray Liotta, Willem Dafoe, Michelle Rodriguez, Stephen Rea and Kathleen Robertson.
- When was Control released?
- Control was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.