Breach (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2007, Breach is a thriller, drama, crime and history film directed by Billy Ray, running about 110 minutes. “How one man betrayed the security of a nation.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Eric O'Neill, a computer specialist who wants to be made an agent is assigned to clerk for Robert Hanssen, a senior agent with 25 years in the FBI, and to write down everything Hanssen does. O'Neill's told it's an investigation of Hanssen's sexual habits, however Hanssen is really suspected of spying for the Soviet Union and Russia for years and being responsible for the deaths of agents working for the United States.
Who’s in it. Breach stars Chris Cooper as Robert Hanssen, Ryan Phillippe as Eric O'Neill, Laura Linney as Kate Burroughs and Dennis Haysbert as Dan Plesac, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Breach has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $41M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breach page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breach tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breach (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breach worth watching?
- Breach holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Breach?
- Breach stars Chris Cooper, Ryan Phillippe, Laura Linney, Dennis Haysbert and Caroline Dhavernas.
- When was Breach released?
- Breach was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.