Sanctuary (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 2001, Sanctuary is a thriller, drama, romance and tv movie film directed by Katt Shea, running about 85 minutes. “Passion or obsession? Jo Hathaway thought she knew the difference... she was dead wrong.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A famous photographer, Jo Ellen Hathaway, has been being stalked for quite some time. She returns to the island she grew up on in an effort to get away from the stalker and get some well-needed relaxation time. On the island, she meets up with old friends and boyfriends and works on relationships with her family. However, she can't shake the feeling that she's still being watched.
Who’s in it. Sanctuary stars Melissa Gilbert as Jo Ellen Hathaway, Leslie Hope as Kirby Fitzsimmons, Kathy Baker as Aunt Kate and Kenneth Welsh as Sam Hathaway, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, Sanctuary has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sanctuary page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sanctuary tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sanctuary (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sanctuary change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sanctuary worth watching?
- Sanctuary holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, romance and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sanctuary?
- Sanctuary stars Melissa Gilbert, Leslie Hope, Kathy Baker, Kenneth Welsh and Costas Mandylor.
- When was Sanctuary released?
- Sanctuary was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.