Giant (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 6.5

Giant poster

Released in 2017, Giant is a drama and history film directed by Jon Garaño, running about 114 minutes.

What it’s about. Having fought in the First Carlist War, Martin returns to his family farm in Gipuzkoa only to find that his younger brother, Joaquín, towers over him in height. Convinced that everyone will want to pay to see the tallest man on Earth, the siblings set out on a long trip all over Europe, during which ambition, money and fame will forever change the family’s fate. A story based on true events.

Who’s in it. Giant stars Ramon Agirre as Antonio, Eneko Sagardoy as Miguel Joaquin, Joseba Usabiaga as Martin and Aia Kruse as Maria, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Giant has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Giant page.

If you liked it. Fans of Giant tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Giant (2017)?
In US, Giant is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Giant worth watching?
Giant holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Giant?
Giant stars Ramon Agirre, Eneko Sagardoy, Joseba Usabiaga, Aia Kruse and Iñigo Azpitarte.
When was Giant released?
Giant was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.