Slapper (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2008, Slapper is a drama film directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, running about 15 minutes.
What it’s about. A young boy watches a fight in a crowded bar: a masked man versus the people’s champ. But rather than boxing, this is an adult, brutal version of ‘Slaps’ – slaps that can break a man’s hand. Three years ago, James’ alcoholic father Michael left him and his mother, but promised he’d be back to make them proud – now, James believes the man in the mask is his father, returning as a hero, but things are not what they seem...
Who’s in it. Slapper stars Nathaniel Gleed as James, Kieran Bew as Peter, Iain Glen as Red / Michael Simmons and Bill Nighy as Arnold Percy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Slapper has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Slapper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Slapper tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Slapper (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Slapper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Slapper worth watching?
- Slapper holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Slapper?
- Slapper stars Nathaniel Gleed, Kieran Bew, Iain Glen, Bill Nighy and Benedict Wong.
- When was Slapper released?
- Slapper was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 15 minutes.