The Interpreter (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2005, The Interpreter is a thriller and crime film directed by Sydney Pollack, running about 128 minutes. “The truth needs no translation.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After Silvia Broome, an interpreter at United Nations headquarters, overhears plans of an assassination, an American Secret Service agent is sent to investigate.
Who’s in it. The Interpreter stars Sean Penn as Tobin Keller, Nicole Kidman as Silvia Broome, Catherine Keener as Dot Woods and Jesper Christensen as Nils Lud, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Interpreter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $162.9M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Interpreter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Interpreter tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Interpreter (2005)?
- In US, The Interpreter is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Interpreter worth watching?
- The Interpreter holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Interpreter?
- The Interpreter stars Sean Penn, Nicole Kidman, Catherine Keener, Jesper Christensen and Yvan Attal.
- When was The Interpreter released?
- The Interpreter was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.