Brother 2 (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 7.3

Brother 2 poster

Released in 2000, Brother 2 is an action, drama and crime film directed by Aleksey Balabanov, running about 122 minutes. “Danila returns!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Arriving in Moscow, Chechen War veteran Danila (Sergei Bodrov Jr) meets Konstantin, an old friend who tells him that his twin brother has been forced into signing a crooked contract with a US ice hockey team. Soon after this meeting, Danila discovers Konstantin dead and he sets out to avenge his death; a journey that leads him to Chicago and a whole new experience.

Who’s in it. Brother 2 stars Sergei Bodrov Jr. as Danila Bagrov, Viktor Sukhorukov as Viktor Bagrov, Aleksandr Dyachenko as Kostya / Mitya and Kirill Pirogov as Ilya, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Brother 2 has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.1M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brother 2 page.

If you liked it. Fans of Brother 2 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 Brother 2 (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brother 2 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Brother 2 worth watching?
Brother 2 holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Brother 2?
Brother 2 stars Sergei Bodrov Jr., Viktor Sukhorukov, Aleksandr Dyachenko, Kirill Pirogov and Gary Houston.
When was Brother 2 released?
Brother 2 was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.