The Tattooist (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2007, The Tattooist is a thriller and horror film directed by Peter Burger, running about 92 minutes. “Evil in ink.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. American tattoo artist Jake Sawyer wanders the world, exploring and exploiting ethnic themes in his tattoo designs. At a tattoo expo in Singapore, he gets his first glimpse at the exotic world of traditional Samoan tattoo (tatau), and, in a thoughtless act, unwittingly unleashes a powerful angry spirit. In his devastating journey into Pacific mysticism, Jake must find a way to save his new love, Sina and recover his own soul.
Who’s in it. The Tattooist stars Jason Behr as Jake Sawyer, Mia Blake as Sina, David Fane as Mr. Va'a and Robbie Magasiva as Alipati, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Tattooist has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tattooist page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tattooist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tattooist (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tattooist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tattooist worth watching?
- The Tattooist holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tattooist?
- The Tattooist stars Jason Behr, Mia Blake, David Fane, Robbie Magasiva and Caroline Cheong.
- When was The Tattooist released?
- The Tattooist was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.