Margin Call (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 6.8

Margin Call poster

Released in 2011, Margin Call is a thriller and drama film directed by J.C. Chandor, running about 107 minutes. “Be first. Be smarter. Or cheat.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A thriller that revolves around the key people at an investment bank over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the financial crisis.

Who’s in it. Margin Call stars Kevin Spacey as Sam Rogers, Paul Bettany as Will Emerson, Jeremy Irons as John Tuld and Zachary Quinto as Peter Sullivan, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Margin Call has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $19.5M 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 Margin Call page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Margin Call (2011)?
In US, Margin Call 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 Margin Call worth watching?
Margin Call holds an audience score of 6.8 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 Margin Call?
Margin Call stars Kevin Spacey, Paul Bettany, Jeremy Irons, Zachary Quinto and Ashley Williams.
When was Margin Call released?
Margin Call was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.