The Knife (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2025, The Knife is a drama and thriller film directed by Nnamdi Asomugha, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. All Chris wants is to build a promising future for his wife, Alex, and their two daughters—a young family chasing the American Dream. But one fateful night, their world is upended when a stranger mysteriously appears in their home. As tensions rise and unsettling revelations come to light, they must also face Detective Carlsen, whose relentless pursuit of the truth threatens to unravel everything.
Who’s in it. The Knife stars Nnamdi Asomugha as Chris, Melissa Leo as Detective Carlsen, Aja Naomi King as Alex and Manny Jacinto as Officer Padilla, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Knife has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, Starz Roku Premium Channel and YouTube TV 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 The Knife page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Knife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Knife (2025)?
- In US, The Knife is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and Starz Roku Premium Channel, 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 The Knife worth watching?
- The Knife holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Knife?
- The Knife stars Nnamdi Asomugha, Melissa Leo, Aja Naomi King, Manny Jacinto and Amari Alexis Price.
- When was The Knife released?
- The Knife was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.