Death Proof (2007): cast, story & where to watch

2007 · Film · ★ 6.8

Death Proof poster

Released in 2007, Death Proof is an action and thriller film directed by Quentin Tarantino, running about 113 minutes. “A crash course in revenge” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Austin's hottest DJ, Jungle Julia, sets out into the night to unwind with her two friends Shanna and Arlene. Covertly tracking their moves is Stuntman Mike, a scarred rebel leering from behind the wheel of his muscle car, revving just feet away.

Who’s in it. Death Proof stars Kurt Russell as Stuntman Mike McKay, Zoë Bell as Zoë Bell, Rosario Dawson as Abernathy Ross and Vanessa Ferlito as Arlene "Butterfly", among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Death Proof has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $31.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Peacock Premium, YouTube TV and Peacock Premium Plus 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 Death Proof page.

If you liked it. Fans of Death Proof 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 Death Proof (2007)?
In US, Death Proof is available to stream on Peacock Premium, YouTube TV and Peacock Premium Plus, 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 Death Proof worth watching?
Death Proof holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Death Proof?
Death Proof stars Kurt Russell, Zoë Bell, Rosario Dawson, Vanessa Ferlito and Sydney Tamiia Poitier.
When was Death Proof released?
Death Proof was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.