Public Enemies (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2009, Public Enemies is an action, drama, crime and history film directed by Michael Mann, running about 140 minutes. “America's Most Wanted.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Depression-era bank robber John Dillinger's charm and audacity endear him to much of America's downtrodden public, but he's also a thorn in the side of J. Edgar Hoover and the fledgling FBI. Desperate to capture the elusive outlaw, Hoover makes Dillinger his first Public Enemy Number One and assigns his top agent, Melvin Purvis, the task of bringing him in dead or alive.
Who’s in it. Public Enemies stars Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis, Marion Cotillard as Billie Frechette and Billy Crudup as J. Edgar Hoover, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Public Enemies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $214.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Public Enemies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Public Enemies 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 Public Enemies (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Public Enemies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Public Enemies worth watching?
- Public Enemies holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, crime and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Public Enemies?
- Public Enemies stars Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, Marion Cotillard, Billy Crudup and Stephen Dorff.
- When was Public Enemies released?
- Public Enemies was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.