Dead Man's Wire
In 1977, former real estate developer Tony Kiritsis puts a dead man's switch on himself and the mortgage banker who did him wrong, demanding $5 million and a personal apology.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Frequently asked questions about Dead Man's Wire
Where can I watch Dead Man's Wire in the United States?
Dead Man's Wire is available to stream on Netflix in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Dead Man's Wire on Netflix?
Yes. Dead Man's Wire is streaming on Netflix in the United States.
Can I watch Dead Man's Wire for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Dead Man's Wire needs a subscription to Netflix, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
What are the ratings for Dead Man's Wire?
Dead Man's Wire scores 6.5 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Dead Man's Wire?
Dead Man's Wire stars Bill Skarsgård, Dacre Montgomery, Cary Elwes, Myha'la, and Kelly Lynch. Gus Van Sant is the director.
How long is Dead Man's Wire?
Dead Man's Wire runs 1h 46m (106 minutes).
When did Dead Man's Wire come out?
Dead Man's Wire was released on January 9, 2026.
Which studio made Dead Man's Wire?
Dead Man's Wire was produced by Elevated Films, Balcony 9 Productions, and RNA Pictures in the United States, Israel, and Cyprus.
What was the budget for Dead Man's Wire?
Dead Man's Wire was made on a budget of $13,000,000.
How much did Dead Man's Wire make at the box office?
Dead Man's Wire grossed $2,248,569 worldwide, against a budget of $13,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.