The Collector (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2004, The Collector is an action, comedy and romance film directed by Lasse Spang Olsen, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A romantic comedy set in the world of gambling, debt collecting and professional boxing. Laura is an unlucky gambler with a huge debt, she crosses paths with Claus, a former boxer who now makes a living as a debt collector. Laura is cheating, scamming, and lying and eventually life catches up with her. Claus is trying to regain his self respect and start anew. Together, they make an awkward but very charming couple on the verge of love. It is a story about trust, friendship, new beginnings, getting a second chance and doing the right thing.
Who’s in it. The Collector stars Iben Hjejle as Laura, Kim Bodnia as Claus, Allan Olsen as Kaje and Casper Christensen as Flemming, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Collector has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Collector page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Collector 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 Collector (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Collector change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Collector worth watching?
- The Collector holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Collector?
- The Collector stars Iben Hjejle, Kim Bodnia, Allan Olsen, Casper Christensen and Ole Ernst.
- When was The Collector released?
- The Collector was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.