The Passenger (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2005, The Passenger is a drama film directed by Éric Caravaca, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. When he learns of the death of his older brother Richard, Thomas sets out for Marseilles to identify the body. Having collected his brother’s possessions, he returns to their home town, hoping to recall their earlier life together. Here, Thomas insinuates himself into the company of Richard’s friends, whilst keeping his own identity a secret. As he does so, he begins to bring his brother back to life, although not all the memories are pleasant ones...
Who’s in it. The Passenger stars Julie Depardieu as Jeanne, Vincent Rottiers as Lucas, Maurice Bénichou as Joseph and Nathalie Richard as Suzanne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Passenger has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Passenger page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Passenger tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Passenger (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Passenger change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Passenger worth watching?
- The Passenger holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Passenger?
- The Passenger stars Julie Depardieu, Vincent Rottiers, Maurice Bénichou, Nathalie Richard and Maurice Garrel.