Pulsar (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 2010, Pulsar is a thriller, drama, mystery and romance film directed by Alex Stockman, running about 91 minutes. “PULSAR is a film about love, paranoia and radio waves” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Samuel works in Brussels as a pharmaceutical delivery man. His gorgeous girlfriend Mireille heads off to New York to intern at a prestigious architecture firm. Shortly after her departure, Sam's computer is hacked. A series of rather dodgy IT-guys fail to protect his wireless network. The mysterious hacker seems intent on screwing up Samuel's life and his relationship with Mireille. Paranoia kicks in. Sam starts to suspect his neighbors and gets obsessed with WiFi-rays... Love, paranoia and two lovers separated by an ocean of communication devices.

Who’s in it. Pulsar stars Matthias Schoenaerts as Samuel Verbist, Sien Eggers as Mevrouw Luyckx, Vincent Lecuyer as Kriku and Stefan Perceval as Bovenbuurman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Pulsar 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 Pulsar page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pulsar tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Pulsar (2010)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pulsar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Pulsar worth watching?
Pulsar holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Pulsar?
Pulsar stars Matthias Schoenaerts, Sien Eggers, Vincent Lecuyer, Stefan Perceval and Marit Stocker.
When was Pulsar released?
Pulsar was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.