The Insider (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1999, The Insider is a thriller, drama and history film directed by Michael Mann, running about 158 minutes. “Two men driven to tell the truth … whatever the cost.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A research chemist comes under personal and professional attack when he decides to appear in a 60 Minutes exposé on Big Tobacco.
Who’s in it. The Insider stars Al Pacino as Lowell Bergman, Russell Crowe as Jeffrey Wigand, Christopher Plummer as Mike Wallace and Diane Venora as Liane Wigand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Insider has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $60.3M at the box office.
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 The Insider page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Insider tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Insider (1999)?
- In US, The Insider 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 The Insider worth watching?
- The Insider holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Insider?
- The Insider stars Al Pacino, Russell Crowe, Christopher Plummer, Diane Venora and Philip Baker Hall.
- When was The Insider released?
- The Insider was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 158 minutes.