The Rig (2023): cast, story & where to watch
2023 · Series · ★ 6.7
Released in 2023, The Rig is a drama, mystery and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. When the crew of the Kinloch Bravo find themselves cut off from all communication with the Scottish mainland by a mysterious fog, they must fight to find a way home whilst managing environmental pressures, mounting paranoia and rising tensions. But as the threat facing them reveals itself to be something beyond their wildest imagination, the divided crew must form an alliance to ensure survival.
Who’s in it. The Rig stars Emily Hampshire as Rose Mason, Iain Glen as Magnus MacMillan, Martin Compston as Fulmer Hamilton and Rochenda Sandall as Cat Braithwaite, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Rig has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rig page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rig tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rig (2023)?
- In US, The Rig is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Rig worth watching?
- The Rig holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, mystery and sci-fi & fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rig?
- The Rig stars Emily Hampshire, Iain Glen, Martin Compston, Rochenda Sandall and Owen Teale.
- When was The Rig released?
- The Rig was released in 2023.