Minotaur (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 4.9

Minotaur poster

Released in 2006, Minotaur is a fantasy, adventure and horror film directed by Jonathan English, running about 93 minutes. “Curse the God. Slay the Beast. Become a Legend.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Long ago in the Iron Age, a shadow loomed over a lonely village. For generations, the village youths are stolen from their families and delivered as sacrifice to a mythical beast - the Minotaur, that dwells beneath a great palace. Theo, haunted by the loss of his love in an earlier sacrifice is convinced that the beast isn't real and that his girl still lives as a slave within the palace.

Who’s in it. Minotaur stars Tom Hardy as Theo, Michelle Van Der Water as Raphaella, Tony Todd as Deucalion and Lex Shrapnel as Tyro, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Minotaur has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Minotaur page.

If you liked it. Fans of Minotaur tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Minotaur (2006)?
In US, Minotaur is available to stream on Eternal Family, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Minotaur worth watching?
Minotaur holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Minotaur?
Minotaur stars Tom Hardy, Michelle Van Der Water, Tony Todd, Lex Shrapnel and Jonathan Readwin.
When was Minotaur released?
Minotaur was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.