Adverse (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2021, Adverse is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Brian A. Metcalf, running about 94 minutes. “How far would you go to protect those you love?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In order to save his sister, a ride-share driver must infiltrate a dangerous crime syndicate.
Who’s in it. Adverse stars Thomas Ian Nicholas as Ethan, Sean Astin as Frankie, Mickey Rourke as Kaden and Penelope Ann Miller as Nicole, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Adverse has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can 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 Adverse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Adverse tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Adverse (2021)?
- In US, Adverse is available to 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 Adverse worth watching?
- Adverse holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Adverse?
- Adverse stars Thomas Ian Nicholas, Sean Astin, Mickey Rourke, Penelope Ann Miller and Lou Diamond Phillips.
- When was Adverse released?
- Adverse was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.