The Girl (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2012, The Girl is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by David Riker, running about 95 minutes. “The journey will change her forever” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young Texan mother who loses her child to foster care begins smuggling Mexicans across the border.
Who’s in it. The Girl stars Abbie Cornish as Ashley, Will Patton as Tommy, Giovanna Zacarías as Enriqueta and Maritza Santiago Hernandez as Rosa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Girl 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 The Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Girl tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Girl (2012)?
- In US, The Girl 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 The Girl worth watching?
- The Girl holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Girl?
- The Girl stars Abbie Cornish, Will Patton, Giovanna Zacarías, Maritza Santiago Hernandez and Angeles Cruz.
- When was The Girl released?
- The Girl was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.