Control (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2007, Control is a drama film directed by Anton Corbijn, running about 121 minutes. “He had the spirit, but lost the feeling.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of Joy Division’s lead singer Ian Curtis, from his schoolboy days in 1973 to his suicide on the eve of the band's first American tour in 1980.
Who’s in it. Control stars Sam Riley as Ian Curtis, Samantha Morton as Debbie Curtis, Alexandra Maria Lara as Annik Honoré and Joe Anderson as Hooky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Control has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $8.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Control page.
If you liked it. Fans of Control tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Control (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Control change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Control worth watching?
- Control holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Control?
- Control stars Sam Riley, Samantha Morton, Alexandra Maria Lara, Joe Anderson and Toby Kebbell.
- When was Control released?
- Control was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.