The Interceptor (2009): cast, story & where to watch

2009 · Film · ★ 4.3

The Interceptor poster

Released in 2009, The Interceptor is an action, thriller and science fiction film directed by Konstantin Maksimov, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. The film tells a story of an agent betrayed by his partner when transporting new psychic weapon. Believed to be dead, he escapes and takes new identity so he can live in peace far away. But later he is forced to return to Moscow to confront a secret organization, led by his former partner, that attempts to use the dangerous weapon in order to take control over the country. Now he is a key figure in the battle between forces of darkness and light.

Who’s in it. The Interceptor stars Igor Petrenko as Matvey Sobolev, Aleksandr Baluev as Georgiy Kurylo, Lyubov Tolkalina as Polina and Lev Prygunov as Dikdy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Interceptor has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.9M at the box office.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Interceptor tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Interceptor (2009)?
In GB, The Interceptor 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 Interceptor worth watching?
The Interceptor holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Interceptor?
The Interceptor stars Igor Petrenko, Aleksandr Baluev, Lyubov Tolkalina, Lev Prygunov and Vladimir Vdovichenkov.
When was The Interceptor released?
The Interceptor was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.