A Most Violent Year movie poster

A Most Violent Year

2014 · 2h 5m · Released

R Crime, Drama, Thriller

A thriller set in New York City during the winter of 1981, statistically one of the most violent years in the city's history, and centered on the lives of an immigrant and his family trying to expand their business and capitalize on opportunities as the rampant violence, decay, and corruption of the day drag them in and threaten to destroy all they have built.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream A Most Violent Year

Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max.

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Trailers and promos

A Most Violent Year | Official Trailer HD | A24
A Most Violent Year | Official Teaser Trailer HD | A24
A Most Violent Year (2015) Jessica Chastain Clip [HD]
A Most Violent Year | Stronger | Official Promo HD | A24
A Most Violent Year - TV Spot #4 (2015)
A Most Violent Year - TV Spot #3 (2015)
A Most Violent Year - TV Spot #2 (2015)
A Most Violent Year | Dangerous Times | Official Promo HD | A24

Top cast and crew

J.C. Chandor Director
Oscar Isaac Abel Morales
Jessica Chastain Anna Morales
David Oyelowo D.A. Lawrence
Alessandro Nivola Peter Forente
Elyes Gabel Julian
Albert Brooks Andrew Walsh
Catalina Sandino Moreno Luisa
Peter Gerety Bill O'Leary
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Frequently asked questions about A Most Violent Year

Where can I watch A Most Violent Year in the United States?

A Most Violent Year is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is A Most Violent Year on HBO Max?

Yes. A Most Violent Year is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.

Can I watch A Most Violent Year for free?

Not free in the United States right now. A Most Violent Year needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling.

What are the ratings for A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year stars Oscar Isaac, Jessica Chastain, David Oyelowo, Alessandro Nivola, and Elyes Gabel. J.C. Chandor is the director.

How long is A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year runs 2h 5m (125 minutes).

When did A Most Violent Year come out?

A Most Violent Year was released on December 31, 2014.

Which studio made A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year was produced by Participant, Image Nation Abu Dhabi, and FilmNation Entertainment in the United Arab Emirates and the United States.

What was the budget for A Most Violent Year?

A Most Violent Year was made on a budget of $20,000,000.

How much did A Most Violent Year make at the box office?

A Most Violent Year grossed $12,007,070 worldwide, against a budget of $20,000,000.

What languages is A Most Violent Year in?

A Most Violent Year is in Spanish and English, and its original language is English.

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.

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