The Sector (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 4.1

The Sector poster

Released in 2016, The Sector is an action and science fiction film directed by Josh Ridgway, running about 86 minutes. “Welcome to the badlands” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In a dystopian world, a bounty hunter sets out to capture a ruthless band of outlaws who have kidnapped an important father and daughter through a world of multiverses. Unbeknownst to the Outlaws and the Bounty Hunter is that another, more powerful man known only as The Finisher has plans of his own.

Who’s in it. The Sector stars Eric Roberts as Senator Allen, Richard Tyson as Dresher, Lance Henriksen as The Finisher and John Wesley Shipp as Stillwell, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, The Sector has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Sector 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 The Sector (2016)?
In US, The Sector is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Sector worth watching?
The Sector holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Sector?
The Sector stars Eric Roberts, Richard Tyson, Lance Henriksen, John Wesley Shipp and Vernon Wells.
When was The Sector released?
The Sector was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.