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The Hook (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 5.7

The Hook poster

Released in 2004, The Hook is a thriller film directed by Thomas Vincent, running about 107 minutes. “Would you cross the line?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A writer of novels in need of an editor accepts the contract offered to him by a famous writer: to eliminate his ex-wife against a large sum of money.

Who’s in it. The Hook stars François Cluzet as Ben Castelano, Karin Viard as Suzy Castelano, Bernard Giraudeau as Brice Kantor and Anne Brochet as Lucie Kantor, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Hook has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In CA you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Hook page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Hook tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Hook (2004)?
In CA, The Hook is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Hook worth watching?
The Hook holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Hook?
The Hook stars François Cluzet, Karin Viard, Bernard Giraudeau, Anne Brochet and Jacques Spiesser.
When was The Hook released?
The Hook was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.