Rollerball (2002): cast, story & where to watch

2002 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2002, Rollerball is an action, thriller and science fiction film directed by John McTiernan, running about 98 minutes. “Go Ballistic” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In this fast action-packed thriller, Jonathan, Marcus, and Aurora compete in a dangerous, fierce sport called Rollerball. Although, Johnathan and Marcus try to quit, cruel and vindictive promoter Alexi Petrovich encourages them to still participate.

Who’s in it. Rollerball stars Chris Klein as Jonathan Cross, LL Cool J as Marcus Ridley, Rebecca Romijn as Aurora and Naveen Andrews as Sanjay, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Rollerball has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $25.9M at the box office.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Rollerball 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 Rollerball (2002)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rollerball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Rollerball worth watching?
Rollerball holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Rollerball?
Rollerball stars Chris Klein, LL Cool J, Rebecca Romijn, Naveen Andrews and Jean Reno.
When was Rollerball released?
Rollerball was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.