Breaking (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2022, Breaking is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Abi Damaris Corbin, running about 103 minutes. “Based on the true story of one man's demand to be heard.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Desperate for money and running out of options, Marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley holds several people hostage inside a bank, setting the stage for a tense confrontation with police.
Who’s in it. Breaking stars John Boyega as Brian Brown-Easley, Michael Kenneth Williams as Eli Bernard, Nicole Beharie as Estel Valerie and Connie Britton as Lisa Larson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Breaking has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Hulu and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breaking page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breaking tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breaking (2022)?
- In US, Breaking is available to stream on Hulu, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Breaking worth watching?
- Breaking holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Breaking?
- Breaking stars John Boyega, Michael Kenneth Williams, Nicole Beharie, Connie Britton and Selenis Leyva.
- When was Breaking released?
- Breaking was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.