The Matador movie poster

The Matador

2005 · 1h 37m · Released

R Action, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Thriller

The life of Danny Wright, a salesman forever on the road, veers into dangerous and surreal territory when he wanders into a Mexican bar and meets a mysterious stranger, Julian, who's very likely a hit man. Their meeting sets off a chain of events that will change their lives forever, as Wright is suddenly thrust into a far-from-mundane existence that he takes to surprisingly well … once he gets acclimated to it.

Ratings

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

Where to stream The Matador

Streaming now in the United States on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailer

The Matador Movie Trailer (2005)

Top cast and crew

Richard Shepard Director
Pierce Brosnan Julian Noble
Greg Kinnear Danny Wright
Hope Davis Carolyn 'Bean' Wright
Portia Dawson Genevive
Adam Scott Phil Garrison
IT Israel Tellez The Matador
AM Arlin Miller Radio DJ (voice)
AM Azucena Medina Young Denver Fling
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Frequently asked questions about The Matador

Where can I watch The Matador in the United States?

The Matador is available to stream on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Matador for free?

The Matador streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Matador?

The Matador scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Matador?

The Matador stars Pierce Brosnan, Greg Kinnear, Hope Davis, Portia Dawson, and Adam Scott. Richard Shepard is the director.

How long is The Matador?

The Matador runs 1h 37m (97 minutes).

When did The Matador come out?

The Matador was released on May 12, 2005.

Which studio made The Matador?

The Matador was produced by Stratus Film Co., DEJ Productions, and Furst Films in Germany, Mexico, and the United States.

What was the budget for The Matador?

The Matador was made on a budget of $10,000,000.

How much did The Matador make at the box office?

The Matador grossed $17,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $10,000,000.

What languages is The Matador in?

The Matador is in English and Spanish, 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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