Eavesdrop (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2008, Eavesdrop is a drama film directed by Matthew Miele, running about 99 minutes. “Life is in the listening..” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two chess players face off at a busy café, studying both the pieces on the board and the unfolding dramas at the neighboring tables. While a young couple fumbles through an uncomfortable blind date, a longtime marriage begins to crumble. Meanwhile, a pair of film noir fans suspect they're witnessing a real-life murder. This is an ensemble drama about conversations overheard in a bustling New York City bistro. With every whispered word, we gain a greater understanding of the big picture being formed all around us. From lovers' quarrels to artistic musings and hushed confessions, a crowded restaurant is the perfect place to discover just what strangers will say when they think no one else is listening.
Who’s in it. Eavesdrop stars Alejandra Ambrosi as Clara, Josh Barrett as Chapman, Jeanine Bartel as Val and Steve Benisty as Serge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Eavesdrop has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and FlixFling and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Eavesdrop page.
If you liked it. Fans of Eavesdrop tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Eavesdrop (2008)?
- In US, Eavesdrop is available to stream on fuboTV and FlixFling, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Fandango At Home and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Eavesdrop worth watching?
- Eavesdrop holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Eavesdrop?
- Eavesdrop stars Alejandra Ambrosi, Josh Barrett, Jeanine Bartel, Steve Benisty and Pepper Binkley.
- When was Eavesdrop released?
- Eavesdrop was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.