The Diplomat (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2009, The Diplomat is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Peter Andrikidis, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A British diplomat is arrested on charges of working with Russian mafia. After death threats to his wife, they are taken into protective custody. Then the MI6 shows up with a new piece of the puzzle.
Who’s in it. The Diplomat stars Dougray Scott as Ian Porter, Rachael Blake as Detective Chief Inspector Julie Hales, Jeremy Lindsay Taylor as Mark Wilson and Claire Forlani as Pippa Porter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Diplomat 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 Diplomat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Diplomat 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 Diplomat (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Diplomat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Diplomat worth watching?
- The Diplomat holds an audience score of 5.5 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 Diplomat?
- The Diplomat stars Dougray Scott, Rachael Blake, Jeremy Lindsay Taylor, Claire Forlani and Don Hany.
- When was The Diplomat released?
- The Diplomat was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.