Jumper (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 6.1

Jumper poster

Released in 2008, Jumper is an action, adventure and science fiction film directed by Doug Liman, running about 88 minutes. “Anywhere is possible.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. David Rice is a man who knows no boundaries, a Jumper, born with the uncanny ability to teleport instantly to anywhere on Earth. When he discovers others like himself, David is thrust into a dangerous and bloodthirsty war while being hunted by a sinister and determined group of zealots who have sworn to destroy all Jumpers. Now, David’s extraordinary gift may be his only hope for survival!

Who’s in it. Jumper stars Hayden Christensen as David Rice, Jamie Bell as Griffin, Samuel L. Jackson as Roland and Rachel Bilson as Millie Harris, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Jumper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $222.2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and 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 Jumper page.

If you liked it. Fans of Jumper 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 Jumper (2008)?
In US, Jumper is available to stream on YouTube TV, and 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 Jumper worth watching?
Jumper holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Jumper?
Jumper stars Hayden Christensen, Jamie Bell, Samuel L. Jackson, Rachel Bilson and Michael Rooker.
When was Jumper released?
Jumper was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.