Sidetracked (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2008, Sidetracked is a drama, crime and mystery film directed by Philip Martin, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Swedish detective Inspector Kurt Wallander attempts to connect the shocking suicide of a young woman and the vicious murder of a government minister, and eventually uncovers wrongdoing and corruption that extends to the heart of the Swedish establishment.
Who’s in it. Sidetracked stars Kenneth Branagh as Kurt Wallander, Sarah Smart as Anne-Britt Hoglund, Tom Hiddleston as Magnus Martinsson and Sadie Shimmin as Lisa Holgersson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Sidetracked 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 Sidetracked page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sidetracked tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sidetracked (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sidetracked change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sidetracked worth watching?
- Sidetracked holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sidetracked?
- Sidetracked stars Kenneth Branagh, Sarah Smart, Tom Hiddleston, Sadie Shimmin and Richard McCabe.
- When was Sidetracked released?
- Sidetracked was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.