The East (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2013, The East is a thriller and drama film directed by Zal Batmanglij, running about 116 minutes. “Spy on us, we'll spy on you.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An operative for an elite private intelligence firm finds her priorities irrevocably changed after she is tasked with infiltrating an anarchist group known for executing covert attacks upon major corporations.
Who’s in it. The East stars Brit Marling as Sarah, Alexander Skarsgård as Benji, Elliot Page as Izzy and Toby Kebbell as Doc, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The East has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The East page.
If you liked it. Fans of The East tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The East (2013)?
- In US, The East is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The East worth watching?
- The East holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The East?
- The East stars Brit Marling, Alexander Skarsgård, Elliot Page, Toby Kebbell and Shiloh Fernandez.
- When was The East released?
- The East was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.