Contaminated Man (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 4.6

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Released in 2000, Contaminated Man is a thriller and science fiction film directed by Anthony Hickox, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. In this science fiction thriller, David Whitman (William Hurt) is a chemist who lost his wife and child in a freak accident and is trying to rebuild his life on his own. While doing research, Whitman discovers a series of mysterious deaths that seem to follow in the path of Joseph Mueller (Peter Weller), a seemingly ordinary man who works as a security guard. Unknown to Mueller, his body carries a strange contaminant that's deadly to many people, and Whitman is desperate to find Mueller and stop him before he can cause more deaths.

Who’s in it. Contaminated Man stars William Hurt as David R. Whitman, Natascha McElhone as Holly Anderson, Peter Weller as Joseph Müller and Katja Woywood as Karin Schiffer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Contaminated Man has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Contaminated Man page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Contaminated Man (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Contaminated Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Contaminated Man worth watching?
Contaminated Man holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Contaminated Man?
Contaminated Man stars William Hurt, Natascha McElhone, Peter Weller, Katja Woywood and Désirée Nosbusch.
When was Contaminated Man released?
Contaminated Man was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.