Piercing (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2018, Piercing is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Nicolas Pesce, running about 82 minutes. “Practice doesn't always make perfect.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After kissing his wife and baby goodbye for a seemingly normal business trip, Reed checks himself into a hotel room to accomplish something he’s always dreamed of: the perfect murder. As his sinister plans unfold, he soon realizes he might be in over his head with a mysteriously unhinged call girl named Jackie.
Who’s in it. Piercing stars Christopher Abbott as Reed, Mia Wasikowska as Jackie, Laia Costa as Mona and Maria Dizzia as Chevonne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Piercing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Piercing page.
If you liked it. Fans of Piercing tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Piercing (2018)?
- In US, Piercing 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 Piercing worth watching?
- Piercing holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Piercing?
- Piercing stars Christopher Abbott, Mia Wasikowska, Laia Costa, Maria Dizzia and Wendell Pierce.
- When was Piercing released?
- Piercing was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.