The Baker (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2007, The Baker is a comedy and crime film directed by Gareth Lewis, running about 86 minutes. “It's a recipe for disaster.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Milo is a professional hit man living on the edge. When failing to fulfil a contract for the first time, Milo escapes the city to avoid the wrath of his employers. Hiding out in a remote rural village, the locals mistake him for the new baker.
Who’s in it. The Baker stars Damian Lewis as Milo, Kate Ashfield as Rhiannon, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as Bjorn and Michael Gambon as Leo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Baker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Baker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Baker tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Baker (2007)?
- In US, The Baker is available to rent or buy from YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Baker worth watching?
- The Baker holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Baker?
- The Baker stars Damian Lewis, Kate Ashfield, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Michael Gambon and Dyfan Dwyfor.
- When was The Baker released?
- The Baker was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.