The Maker (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1997, The Maker is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Tim Hunter, running about 98 minutes. “Blood runs deep” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Absent for 10 years, a teen's older brother returns and seeks his help with criminal activity.
Who’s in it. The Maker stars Matthew Modine as Walter Schmeiss, Mary-Louise Parker as Officer Emily Peck, Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Josh Minnell and Fairuza Balk as Bella Sotto, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Maker has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Howdy Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Maker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Maker 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 Maker (1997)?
- In US, The Maker is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Maker worth watching?
- The Maker holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Maker?
- The Maker stars Matthew Modine, Mary-Louise Parker, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Fairuza Balk and Michael Madsen.
- When was The Maker released?
- The Maker was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.