Driftwood (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1997, Driftwood is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Ronan O'Leary, running about 100 minutes. “Sometimes being rescued is worse then being left to die.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Sarah walks alone along the desolate beach one day she find an unconscious man, who has been brought to land by the waves. When he awakens he doesn't remember anything. He has no name and no past. His dependence lies on Sarah. A role that makes her forget her loneliness and she decides to therefore lie about their situation... She says that they are situated on an island, where no one can reach them. From now, his life lies in her hands.
Who’s in it. Driftwood stars James Spader as The Man, Anne Brochet as Sarah, Barry McGovern as McTavish and Anna Massey as Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Driftwood 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 Driftwood page.
If you liked it. Fans of Driftwood tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Driftwood (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Driftwood change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Driftwood worth watching?
- Driftwood holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Driftwood?
- Driftwood stars James Spader, Anne Brochet, Barry McGovern, Anna Massey and Aiden Grennell.
- When was Driftwood released?
- Driftwood was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.