Outlier (2021): cast, story & where to watch

2021 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 2021, Outlier is a thriller, drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Nate Strayer, running about 81 minutes. “Deviate from the plan.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After a public scene was caused by her abusive boyfriend, James, Olivia Davis flees the relationship with the help of a kind stranger, Thomas. Fearing for her safety from James, Olivia stays with Thomas for a while. Meanwhile, Thomas is working on a mystery project that Olivia only gets glimpses of. Not trusting herself and being eaten up by past trauma, she decides it's time to leave. Fearing for her safety out there on her own, Thomas is forced to confront and take action to keep Olivia safe. She is now forced to take action, find out what is going on, and escape her trauma.

Who’s in it. Outlier stars Jessica Denton as Olivia Davis, Thomas Cheslek as Thomas, Logan Fleisher as James and Dwight Alan as Man At Gas Station, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Outlier has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Outlier page.

If you liked it. Fans of Outlier tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Outlier (2021)?
In US, Outlier is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Outlier worth watching?
Outlier holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Outlier?
Outlier stars Jessica Denton, Thomas Cheslek, Logan Fleisher, Dwight Alan and Nate Strayer.
When was Outlier released?
Outlier was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.