The Samaritan (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2012, The Samaritan is a thriller film directed by David Weaver, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. After twenty years in prison, Foley is finished with the grifter's life. When he meets an elusive young woman named Iris, the possibility of a new start looks real. But his past is proving to be a stubborn companion.
Who’s in it. The Samaritan stars Samuel L. Jackson as Foley, Luke Kirby as Ethan, Ruth Negga as Iris and Tom Wilkinson as Xavier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Samaritan has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2.5K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel and AMC+ 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 The Samaritan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Samaritan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Samaritan (2012)?
- In US, The Samaritan is available to stream on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel and AMC+ Amazon Channel, 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 The Samaritan worth watching?
- The Samaritan holds an audience score of 5.4 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 Samaritan?
- The Samaritan stars Samuel L. Jackson, Luke Kirby, Ruth Negga, Tom Wilkinson and A.C. Peterson.
- When was The Samaritan released?
- The Samaritan was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.