The Hole (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2001, The Hole is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Nick Hamm, running about 102 minutes. “Once you get in, you can't get out.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four teenagers at a British private school secretly uncover and explore the depths of a sealed underground hole created decades ago as a possible bomb shelter.
Who’s in it. The Hole stars Thora Birch as Liz Dunn, Desmond Harrington as Mike Steel, Keira Knightley as Frances 'Frankie' Almond Smith and Laurence Fox as Geoff Bingham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Hole has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $7.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hole page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Hole tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Hole (2001)?
- In GB, The Hole is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Sky Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Hole worth watching?
- The Hole holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Hole?
- The Hole stars Thora Birch, Desmond Harrington, Keira Knightley, Laurence Fox and Embeth Davidtz.
- When was The Hole released?
- The Hole was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.